Operations and Supply Chain Management: The Core: 2025 Release by F. Robert Jacobs and Richard Chase is an English-language textbook focused on the core of operations and supply chain management. This book is suitable for higher education students and focuses on practical applications within business processes.
It covers essential concepts and tools for organizing work processes, improving productivity, and optimizing supply chains. Realistic case studies, analytical assignments, and practice-oriented exercises help students develop strategies for efficiency in both operational and strategic roles. This textbook therefore provides a valuable foundation for future professionals in operations and supply chain management.
In terms of content, it aligns with fields such as business operations, logistics, and modern administration, and is relevant for programs in Business, Accounting, and related areas of study.

