Operations Management in the Supply Chain: Decisions and Cases is a concise and strategic guide designed for instructors seeking a streamlined text with integrated cases. Authored by Roger Schroeder and part of the McGraw-Hill Series Operations and Decision Sciences, this 7th edition offers a cross-functional perspective that emphasizes strategy and critical thinking. The book is suitable for both non-majors and advanced students, making it an ideal resource for MBA-level or undergraduate courses in operations management.

The text is compact yet comprehensive, with a print length of 528 pages, and includes eighteen varied cases ranging in length and rigor. Several cases are sourced from prestigious institutions such as Ivey, Stanford, and Darden, ensuring a rich diversity in content and application. This mix of cases makes the book versatile for use across different academic levels and curricula, where students might be required to purchase multiple texts.

Published on February 15, 2017, by McGraw Hill, this edition is available in English with ISBN-13: 978-0077835439. Its dimensions are 7.9 x 0.8 x 9.9 inches, making it a manageable size for students and instructors alike.