During the 80's many companies made major changes in their logistics system. They redesigned their logistics processes and very often achieved significant performance and productivity improvements. Based on some of these experiences, the author of this article is suggesting a general framework for logistics process redesign, introducing a set of concepts and a set of related strategies for rede…
Logistics management has always been concerned with lead‐times. In particular, the order‐to‐delivery cycle has been seen as a major element in the customer service process. However, companies are now increasingly coming to recognise that the way in which ‘time’ is managed throughout the logistics system ‐ from procurement of materials through to the receipt of payment for goods so…
Identifies and discusses three different approaches to the organization of the logistics function in a firm. Develops a model to explain the basic design strategies for logistics co‐ordination. Recommends that further research in the area should be undertaken.