Securing Global Transportation Networks
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| Rating | : | 4.64 (795 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0071477519 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 312 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-06-20 |
| Language | : | English |
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"Five Stars" according to anonymous. Good text book. Got me through my cargo security course!!!. Five Stars Great for class. Great read! I am impressed with the authors' argument that the private sector can create value while adopting security measures throughout their transportation network. Usually, businesses view security as a cost, rather than an asset. This book, however, argues that implementing security measures can be a market differentiator and create a competitive advantage for a
Merchant Marine Academy's Global Maritime and Transportation School, and serves as a contributing scholar at the Heritage Foundation. Mr. Barrett is currently a Fellow in Homeland Security at the Manhattan Institute and the President of Counterpoint Assessments, a terrorism preparedness and risk mitigation firm. A former Fulbright Scholar to Ankara, Turkey, Mr. Naval
Recommended, 'Executive Bookshelf for Disaster-proofing the Supply Chain.'"If "Securing Global Transportation Networks" is your line in the sand, a starting point on the unending path of supply chain risk management, it's a good place to start.""A must-read approach for creating sustainable value from smart practices." --Michael Cadenazzi, CEO of Continuity Solutions and Founding Member, Washington, DC, Chapter of the Contingency Planning Exchange"Given the possibility of what could happen to your supply chain if you fail to take the steps to mitigate supply chain risk, "Securing Global Transportation Networks" is a worthwhile and cost-effective investment."
Explains globalization's impact on transportation networks Creates a framework for realizing a return on security investments by integrating it as a core business process Details how transportation firms, investors, and insurance companies can measure and reward smart security practices that protect a firm's fixed assets, assets in transit, brand equity and goodwill, and human capital. Readers will learn a whole new security management philosophy, as explained through domestic and international examples and case studies ranging from major retailers such as Home Depot to shipping giants such as Maersk and FedEx. If you're charged with making or evaluating transportation security decisions, you'll find the tools you need to succeed -- and prosper -- with the Total Security Management approach. This book also looks ahead to future developments and "best practices" for the future. Viable, value-creating solutions for securing global transportation networksSecuring Global Transportation Ne