--- product_id: 8372443 title: "Lean Distribution: Applying Lean Manufacturing to Distribution, Logistics, and Supply Chain" brand: "kirk d. zylstra" price: "£71.27" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/8372443-lean-distribution-applying-lean-manufacturing-to-distribution-logistics-and-supply store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Lean Distribution: Applying Lean Manufacturing to Distribution, Logistics, and Supply Chain **Brand:** kirk d. zylstra **Price:** £71.27 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Lean Distribution: Applying Lean Manufacturing to Distribution, Logistics, and Supply Chain by kirk d. zylstra - **How much does it cost?** £71.27 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/8372443-lean-distribution-applying-lean-manufacturing-to-distribution-logistics-and-supply) ## Best For - kirk d. zylstra enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted kirk d. zylstra brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Lean Distribution: Applying Lean Manufacturing to Distribution, Logistics, and Supply Chain ## Images ![Lean Distribution: Applying Lean Manufacturing to Distribution, Logistics, and Supply Chain - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71YDXPE6k3L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐ Longwinded and lacking detail *by B***. on August 2, 2006* As an experienced manufacturing and distribution consultant I was very disappointed with this book. The first half of the book goes on and on about how current distribution inputs are "bad", specifically forecasts and says the lean distribution will help solve all your problems (my exaggeration).Unfortunately, like many lean writers, the author really doesn't give you many fresh ideas or detail, other than "lean is good". His answer to most demand uncertainty is to drop forecasting and go to period review (hardly new for the readers of Plossl and Wight), except if you have long lead time items...like anyone that sources overseas. Cutting lead times, using MAD for safety stock are other "relevations", again hardly new to anyone that has read and understood Plossl and Wight.To be fair, this would be a good primer for someone with little distribution experience. However, if you have a reasonable amount of experience in distribution and/or inventory planning, you may not find anything new here. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding Insights on Lean Distribution/SCM, Methodically written *by A***H on November 15, 2006* Kirk has done an outstanding job in decomposing the issues and content related to an area that is receiving broader attention as businesses leverage lean techniques "outside the four walls". For business models looking for advantages and cost containment opportunities, this is a good place to start to better understand the complexities and techniques associated with Lean Distribution. It is clear that he has been "around the block" with respect to seeing and developing this expertise for businesses across multiple industries and I am encouraged to see others sharing their expertise in this domain (which often lacks the attention it deserves).Overall, well-written, methodically explained and great insights throughout. A great book to supplement any academic curriculum or Supply Chain initative in my opinion ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A fresh perspective on Lean outside the factory *by E***T on October 15, 2006* I found this to be interesting read on using lean principles to streamline the supply chain between the plant and the customer. Too often, Lean (like TOC, Six Sigma, etc.) is described by its followers as the magic solution for every problem. Refreshingly, Zylstra has not only addressed a specific topic, but also hasn't claimed that it always works perfectly and should never be questioned.From a reader's perspective, the book is well written -- the case for lean distribution is made clearly through a series of brief chapters that serve as building blocks toward a logical, cogent conclusion.By matching my own experiences to the methods and concepts presented in the book, there appears to be a great deal of "been there, done that" behind the author's positions. Many of the clients I have worked with -- and had great success with -- could benefit from spending some time with this book and thinking about how they could further improve using the concepts covered.Overall, a pretty strong effort from what looks like a first-time author. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/8372443-lean-distribution-applying-lean-manufacturing-to-distribution-logistics-and-supply](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/8372443-lean-distribution-applying-lean-manufacturing-to-distribution-logistics-and-supply) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-14*