The Traffic Library: Prepared Under the Direction of the Advisory Traffic Council and by the Board of Authors and Contributors of the American ... Organization, Management, Systems and Records - Hardcover

Harry Leigh Derby

 
9780331338454: The Traffic Library: Prepared Under the Direction of the Advisory Traffic Council and by the Board of Authors and Contributors of the American ... Organization, Management, Systems and Records

Synopsis

This book is an early 20th-century guide to traffic management, providing a comprehensive introduction to the field. Applicable to both commercial and industrial traffic departments, the author elucidates the role of the traffic manager, including their relationships with common carriers and their importance to the sales and purchasing departments of an organization. The author provides guidance on dealing with classification and rate-making bodies, as well as discussing the intricacies of preparing freight for shipment and handling claims. The book introduces the concept of cost accounting in relation to traffic management and addresses the complexities of switching, lighterage, demurrage, and privately owned railroad cars. The author also delves into the intricacies of exporting and importing goods and provides insight into express and parcel post services. The significance of the insights provided in this book lies in its thorough exploration of the field of traffic management, offering a solid foundation of knowledge for professionals seeking to navigate the complexities of transportation and logistics.

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9780331007916: The Traffic Library: Prepared Under the Direction of the Advisory Traffic Council and by the Board of Authors and Contributors of the American ... Organization, Management, Systems and Records

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ISBN 10:  0331007916 ISBN 13:  9780331007916
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017
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