Chain Management in Agribusiness and the Food Industry

The keyword of the 2000 Conference of 'Chain management in Agribusiness and the Food Industry' is innovation. Important themes are innovative governance structures in chains, mass individualisation and the role of information and communication technology, innovative product-market combinations and systems innovation in supply chains. Thematic papers present results of ongoing research and new supply chain concepts: chain analysis, modelling for supply chain design and redesign, designing supply chain strategies, information systems applications, etc. Regional-based papers elaborate on regional and local specificities in South America, Australia & Asia, North America and Europe.