The objective of this paper is to increase understanding of the concept of service modularity and to present examples of applications of modularity approach in logistics services. This aim is pursued with an empirical case study, consisting of interviews of 25 logistics service providers (LSPs). Themes found in the literature are used in the interviews and in the analysis of the interviews. The…
When a firm undertakes foreign direct investment, it must determine the level of ownership in its foreign subsidiary. This study examines the determinants of the ownership strategy of a Japanese logistics firm from the perspective of international business studies (IB). The study focuses on firm-level factors, including “contributed assets” for shaping firm-specific advantage which a paren…
To identify and examine the origins of complexity in a mass customization system and to propose an effective application sequence of variety management strategies in order to cope with this complexity.
The potential of information and communication technology (ICT) in improving knowledge work productivity is well-documented in the existing literature. However, prior research fails to provide means for analyzing whether the potential can be realized in a specific organizational context. Thus, this paper aims to focus on the context-specific analysis of the impacts of ICT services on knowledge …
Despite the growing amount of research into container-port operations and efficiency, much of the literature on the subject treats container ports and terminals as black box systems without examining the structure of their transformation and production processes. Research on the network and multi-stage structure of container-terminal operating systems is scarce and its applications in the conte…
The paper describes the concept and implementation details of integrating a finite element module for dike stability analysis ‘‘Virtual Dike’’ into an early warning system for flood protection. The module operates in real-time mode and includes fluid and structural sub-models for simulation of porous flow through the dike and for dike stability analysis. Real-time measurements obtained …
The literature on corporate responsibility (CR) increasingly recognizes the importance of leadership in support of organizational change. This is particularly the case when CR provides the basis for the business contribution to sustainable development, which is understood to involve organizational and social innovation leading to change. The paper draws on theoretical and empirical studies to e…
The employer brand could be a key factor of competitiveness for a company in acontemporary labour market. The purpose of this paper is to identify the features of human resource development (HRD) practices and talent management in companies with employer brand (CEBs).
The purpose of this study is to investigate the antecedents and consequences of consumer satisfaction with the use of self-service technology (SST) in a retail setting. Design/methodology/approach – In cooperation with a survey firm, a total
The Management Standards Indicator Tool (MSIT) is a 35-item self-report measure of the psychosocial work environment designed to assist organizations with psychosocial risk assessment. It is also used in work environment research. Edwards and Webster presented a 25-item version of the MSIT based on the deletion of items having a factor loading of < .65. Stress theory and research suggest that p…
The decision on which countries will participate in European Monetary Union (EMU) is to take place as early as possible in 1998, with the final run-in, regarding the technicalities of introducing a single currency, starting on 1 January 1999. With this timetable in mind, examines some of the major issues which will have to be confronted by UK retailers. Even if the UK Government decides to opt…
Ports are widely recognised as crucial nodes in international trade and transport. However, for various reasons, capacity does not always match demand: sometimes there is overcapacity, whereas in other cases, demand exceeds capacity and there is a shortage of the latter. This chapter therefore looks at where port congestion occurs, both globally and in the port-calling chain; it analyses actual…
To achieve optimum safety, everyone involved in the transportation system should be adequately trained, supervised, and monitored. Proper data and incident reports must be maintained to identify trends and problem areas. Keeping the trademark style that made the previous edition so popular, the author addresses the critical steps for successful driver selection, training, instruction, and super…
This timely book discusses the recent developments in maritime logistics, an important specialized area for the global economy. It includes issues such as the recent economic crisis, port competition and development, and provides insights and trends relating to these issues. Consisting of renowned researchers worldwide, the primary objective of the book identifies some of the new problems and c…
Part history of cargo theft, part analysis and part how-to guide, this book is the one source you need to in order to understand every facet of cargo theft and take steps to prevent losses. It supplies a massive amount of cargo theft statistics and provides solutions and best practices to supply chain security. Providing you with cutting-edge techniques so you can prevent losses, this book will…
This chapter explains the impact containerisation has on the various partners of the global supply chain and the challenges companies encounter and the solutions they use in dealing with empty container repositioning.
As the economy becomes increasingly specialised and globalised, the importance of logistics also increases. For global transportation systems, seaports play a key role as transhipment hubs. As seaports incorporate and coordinate hinterland logistic activities within the activities of the port, the strategies they employ influence the decisions made by both local and global logistic service prov…
Rapid changes in technological development are forcing businesses to continuously innovate to improve their competitiveness, which is particularly evident in logistics and supply chain management (SCM), where innovation impacts both the strategic and operational levels. Supply Chain Innovation for Competing in Highly Dynamic Markets: Challenges and Solutions investigates the role of innovation…
The geography of transport systems is now into its third edition,. substantial efforts have been made to build on the first and second editions' success by improving the content and this structure.
Diantara kesatuan-kesatuan elite perang dunia II, hanya sedikit yang begitu banyak anggotanya menjadi korban pertempuran sebagaimana awak pasukan kapal selam Jerman atau U-Boot Waffe
This book is review of recent technological development in the land air and maritime transport sectors. content this book abaut rail transport, road transport vehicles, air service, recent development in maritime transport and conclusions.
In the golablization era where competition is increasing, many companies fail to achieve its objectives due to lack of ability to manage and motivate their employees, resulting in low effeciency and reduced levels of productivity. In the port services industry, human resources are a major factor in achieving corporate goals. One important aspect in managing human resources in order to increase…
A monumental retelling of world history through the lens of maritime enterprise, revealing in breathtaking depth how people first came into contact with one another by ocean and river, lake and stream, and how goods, languages, religions, and entire cultures spread across and along the world’s waterways, bringing together civilizations and defining what makes us most human. Lincoln Paine tak…
Buku ini menegaskan gaya kepemimpinan Dahlan Iskan yang taktis dan tepat untuk membenahi organisasi yang harus responsif di dunia yang serba cepat dan kompetitif saat ini. Menularkan virus kepada pembaca agar semangat dalam mengejar visi besar kemajuan Indonesia.
Masa lalu menempa hidupnya. Kemiskinan mengajarkan ia untuk mampu bertahan dan menerobos keterbatasan. Dahlan Iskan tumbuh menjadi pribadi yang kuat, kokoh dan tegar. Ia kini, di setiap ruang mewujud menjadi pendobrak.Buku ini bisa dibilang adalah Authorized Biography Dahlan Iskan; membabar secara detail jejak hidup Dahlan. Kehidupan kecilnya yang serba kekurangan, era perjuangannya mengubah na…
Narendra Modi: A Political Biography is a book on the Indian political figure, Narendra Modi. The book describes the life and work of Modi, and his ambition for the future of India. The book also charts Modi’s early life, his political rise through the ranks of the Bharatiya Janata Party, and his religious and political philosophies. Narendra Modi: A Political Biography describes the motivat…
Building with nature is a concept that perfectly fits that approach. Where possible we strive to reach our objectives by making use of natural processes, creating integrated solutions that are flexible, that help to safeguard our economy and boost our ecology, that are both cost effective and sustainable, and that make our country safer and more attractive as a place to live.
As an effective alternative to conventional direct financing, project financing has become one of the hottest topics in corporate finance. It′s being used more and more frequently and more successfully on a wide variety of high–profile corporate projects, and has long been used to fund large–scale natural resource projects. But the challenges of successful project financing are immense, a…
The BLCH Guide was developed to provide a basic yet comprehensive and practical guideline, covering all aspects of typical chemical tank terminal activities, from basic design and layout to the ongoing safe and efficient operation, maintenance and management of the facility. View further information at our dedicated website www.chemicalhandling.org
Thinking in New Boxes is a five-step guide that leverages the authors’ deep understanding of human nature to enable readers to overcome their limitations and both imagine and create their own futures. This book is a must-read for people living and working in today’s competitive environment.”Ray O. Johnson, Ph.D., chief technology officer, Lockheed Martin Thinking In New Boxes discusses …
Global economic growth faltered in 2013 as economic activity in developing regions suffered setbacks and as the situation in the advanced economies improved only slightly. Prospects for the world economy, trade and shipping seem to be improving although a number of risks mostly on the downside remain.
There’s a bewildering array of management tools out there. And they all promise to help you excel at the toughest parts of your job: defining your organization’s strategic direction, managing customers and costs, and boosting workforce performance.But just 30 percent of these tools deliver as intended. Why? As Jeremy Hope and Steve Player reveal in Beyond Performance Management, while many…
Only 30 percent of strategic initiatives are successfully executed. Of those that are, most CEOs view the process as too slow. What’s going on? And how can you accelerate execution in your company?In Strategic Speed, the authors provide the answers. Start by understanding the barriers to execution: Employees don’t grasp where an initiative is going. They don’t adopt new behaviors. They’…
Semua eksekutif menyadari pentingnya memiliki SDM bertalenta untuk mempertahankan dan mengembangkan perusahaannya. Permasalahannya adalah, bagaimana organisasi bisa mendapatkan talenta dalam dengan kualifikasi tepat, dalam jumlah yang tepat serta pada waktu yang tepat Perusahaan yang memiliki banyak mereka yang bertalenta, dan pertumbuhannya menurun, akan menimbulkan masalah. Perusahaan harus …
The book hs been arbitrarily split up into four parts : the first part covers the larger batteries used for general purposes on board ship usually in the form of a central system, whereas the second part includes the smaller batteries often dedicated to a specific purpuse; the remaining two parts are devoted to the special applications of submarine and submersible propulsion, and torpedo propul…
Sea and freshwater ports are a key component of critical infrastructure and essential for maintaining global and domestic economies. In order to effectively secure a dynamic port facility operation, one must understand the business of maritime commerce. Following in the tradition of its bestselling predecessor, Port Security Management, Second Edition continues to supply read…