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Defence Logistics: An Important Research Field In Need Of Researchers

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Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to provide an introduction to the special issue on defence
logistics. To achieve this, an overview of the field of defence logistics is offered together with a
discussion of the historical and contemporary issues that have confronted researchers and
practitioners. Current research is described, and a research agenda for future work in the field is
proposed.
Design/methodology/approach – The paper is based upon a conceptual discussion of defence
logistics as it has been studied in the past and is being studied in the present, and a reflection on the
ways in which past research can usefully inform future research agendas.
Findings – The paper discusses the current state of defence logistics research, and proposes a
research agenda for future work based upon the anticipated characteristics of future combat
operations.
Research limitations/implications – A future research agenda is proposed that is informed by
recent transformations in the conduct of warfare, as well as through anticipated changes in the global
strategic landscape. Comparisons are made between defence logistics operations and their commercial
counterparts to illustrate where there may be opportunities for adaptation based on the underlying
similarities.
Originality/value – This paper discusses the major threads and themes of defence logistics research
as a discipline, highlights the changing landscape of conflict in the 21st century and provides a future
research agenda for those working in the field.

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Informasi Detail

Judul Seri

International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management

No. Panggil

ATC LO YOH d

Penerbit

United Kingdom : Emerald Insight., 2013

Deskripsi Fisik

18 p

Bahasa

English

ISBN/ISSN

0960-0035

Klasifikasi

LO

Tipe Isi

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Tipe Media

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Tipe Pembawa

online resource

Edisi

Vol. 43 Iss 2 pp

Subjek

Business logistics
Military Logistics
Defence Logistics

Info Detail Spesifik

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Pernyataan Tanggungjawab

Yoho, Keenan D.

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