Logistics Trends in South Africa

The purpose of this article is to explore the latest trends in logistics in South Africa. In order to enhance the development of logistics, not only in South Africa, but also internationally, it is important to identify the latest trends and do benchmarking against the best practices.

Reverse logistics in humanitarian operations: challenges and opportunities

Whilst implementation of a broad range of reverse logistics (RL) practices is increasingly the norm within commercial supply chain management, they have had limited impact in the humanitarian logistics (HL) sector. The purpose of this paper is to analyse the challenges and opportunities for the application of RL in a HL context.

Reverse logistics in Czech companies: increasing interest in performance meas…

The purpose of this paper is to explore whether Czech companies believe that value is being generated by reverse logistics (RL), and whether (and how) they track its costs and benefits. The quality of performance measurement of RL was related to three corporate attributes. The findings were then compared to the results of an older study to describe developments over the past five years, and to …

An emergency order allocation model based on multi-provider in two-echelon lo…

On one side, the purpose of this paper is to numerically analyze the emergency order allocation mechanism and help managers to understand the relationship between the emergency coefficient, uncertainty and emergency cost in two-echelon logistics service supply chain. On the other side, the purpose of this paper is to help managers understand how to deal with the problem of order allocation in t…

An efficiency analysis of cargo-handling operations at container terminals

In this paper, a Data Envelopment Analysis approach is used to assess the efficiency of cargo-handling operations at a container terminal and study the factors influencing it. The aim is to provide recommendations that would allow a container terminal to reach high technical efficiency scores, in order to increase its inner productivity. A three-stage methodological framework is proposed to ana…

Virtual logistics An introduction and overview of the concepts

Virtual logistics allows for economies of scale to be realised through the use of shared resources, while still retaining the benefits of single user control. Increased resource utilisation is made possible through the more flexible allocation of resources to demand and lead time reduction is made possible through the improved management of operational priorities.

Advantages of intermodal logistics platforms : insights from a Spanish platform

The purpose of this paper is to highlight the advantages that an intermodal logistics platform may provide to companies integrating a supply chain, both to manufacturers/distributors and to logistics providers.

Modelling interrelationships between logistics and transportation operations …

This paper aims to present a system dynamics model for the interdependencies between logistics strategies and freight transport. As efficient freight transport operations are a crucial part withinsecuringthecompetitivenessofacompany,the“right”logisticsstrategyplaysakeyrolewithin realizationofefficienttransportationmovementsloweringenvironmentalimpacts.

Modelling the consequences of a strategic supply chain initiative of an autom…

Describes the use of a decision support system (DSS) in part of a strategic supply chain initiative of an international automotive aftermarket organisation undertaken in 1996-97. The strategic initiative consisted of four distinct stages; a review of the current state, definition of the future vision, development of the operational blueprint and its implementation. A simulation based decision s…

Logistics service characteristics and supply chain priorities for freight man…

The purpose of this paper is to examine how the type of logistics services required by firms is related to the freight characteristics, and to the cost and other dimensions of the services in Mexico.

New research : a new forecasting model for the diffusion of ISO 9000 standard…

ISO 9000 standards for quality system management are involving a higher and higher number of enterprises and organizations. This paper presents a detailed analysis of certification diffusion in Italy and in some European countries with similar economic structures. Benchmarking and evolution forecasts are based on the “logistic model”, traditionally used for studying biological growth phenom…

A new approach for understanding hindrances to collaborative practices in the…

The paper attempts to determine whether decision-makers in the manufacturing and retailing industry really wish to implement cooperative logistical relationships in the long term.

A multi-objective logistics model for a capacitated service facility problem

There have been numerous extensions of the maximum covering location problem that has been developed in the last decade to deal with facility location. Most of the research, however, addresses a single attribute or objective. In the case when a single criterion such as minimizing average response time to access a service facility is insufficient to address the interests of the decision maker, m…

A multi-agent framework for load consolidation in logistics

Logistics companies mainly provide land transportation services facing with difficulties in making effective operational decisions. This is especially the case of making load/capacity/route planning and load consolidation where customer orders are generally unpredictable and subject to sudden changes. Classical modelling and decision support systems are mostly insufficient for providing satisfa…

A mixed-integer programming model for global logistics transportation problems

In today’s highly competitive global environment, companies are forced to compete on price and delivery speed. Global logistics transportation presents some special challenges and issues for business organizations, and these issues differ from those posed by domestic logistics transportation. This study considers road transportation problems between two countries. A mixed-integer programming …

A meta-analysis of humanitarian logistics research

The purpose of this paper is to give an up-to-date and structured insight into the most recent literature on humanitarian logistics, and suggest trends for future research based on the gaps identified through structured content analysis.

Transshipment of containers at a container terminal-an overview

At container terminals, containers are transshipped from one mode of transportation to another. Within a terminal different types of material handling equipment are used to transship containers from ships to barges, trucks and trains and vice versa. Over the past decades, ships have strongly increased in size, up to 8000 TEU (Twenty feet equivalent unit container). In order to use these big shi…

A collaborative supply chain management system for a maritime port logistics …

In this article we propose a collaborative logistics framework for a Port Logistics Chain (PLC) based on the principles of Supply Chain Management (SCM) that rely on stakeholders integration and collaboration, providing a reference model for the inland coordination of the PLC. A comprehensive literature review was conducted, analyzing several cases in which SCM practices have been implemented a…

A comparison of the use of third-party logistics services by Australian firms…

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Use of analytic hierarchy process (AHP) for selection of 3PL providers

The purpose of this paper is to present a decision model for selecting a third party logistics (3PL) provider, because international business can be a complex undertaking. It is a multi-criteria problem, with alternative ways to weigh the importance of the chosen criteria.

Use of analytic hierarchy process (AHP) for selection of 3PL providers

The purpose of this paper is to present a decision model for selecting a third party logistics (3PL) provider, because international business can be a complex undertaking. It is a multi‐criteria problem, with alternative ways to weigh the importance of the chosen criteria.

Contribution of RFID technology to better management of fashion supply chains

The purpose of this paper is to explore the deployment of RFID technology in fashion supply chain management (FSCM). It highlights the contribution of RFID to FSCM, supporting faster logistics activities, with greater products quality, cheaper and with more responsiveness, improving customer satisfaction

Berth management in container terminal: the template design problem

One of the foremost planning problems in container transshipment operation concerns the allocation of home berth (preferred berthing location) to a set of vessels scheduled to call at the terminal on a weekly basis. The home berth location is subsequently used as a key input to yard storage, personnel, and equipment deployment planning. For instance, the yard planners use the home berth templat…

Essays on port, container, and bulk chemical logistics optimization

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Advances in Maritime Logistics and Supply Chain Systems

Over the recent years, maritime logistics and supply chains have witnessed tremendous growth rates around the world, notwithstanding the recent economic downturn. Maritime transportation accounts for the majority of international trade and it has become a vital factor for the economic health of many nations. In emrging economies, more new ports have also been developed to tap into the global ma…

Maritime Diplomacy in the 21st Century

It is impossible to quantify the effects certain individuals have on the planning and creation of a book. Whether it be guidance, direct intervention or just general support, it is inevitable that a task that at times appeared to be a lonely, individual chore was, nevertheless, reliant on a number of people who offered guidance, encouragement or support. The initial idea was given credence by c…

GS1 Transport & Logistics and Customs

Welcome to the GS1 Reference Book for Transport & Logistics (T&L) and Customs. Through this collection of stories, players around the world share their experiences of how GS1 Standards are truly making a difference in their operations. You will learn about their initiatives, best practices and “what’s working” when integrating standards into transport, logistics and Customs processes. Usi…

Introduction to Logistic Systems Planning & control

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The Handbook of logistics and distribution management

In the preface to the first edition of this book, I wrote that a prime objective for writing the book was to provide an up-to-date text at a reasonable cost. We also felt that there was a significant gap in the literature for a book that offered a broad framework as well as a clear and straightforward description of the basic functions and elements related to logistics and distribution. The fee…

The handbook of logistics and distribution management

The prime objective for writing the first edition of this book was to provide an up-to-date text at a reasonable cost. We also felt that there was a significant gap in the literature for a book that offered a broad strategic framework as well as a clear and straightforward description of the basic functions and elements related to logistics and distribution. In the second edition of the book, p…

ERP tools, techniques, and applications for Integrating the supply chain

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) has been successful in many companies and yet many others have struggled with their efforts. If companies would read this book before beginning their journey toward ERP there would be more success stories. This book is very comprehensive in its coverage of ERP and related topics. There is a chapter on the Theory of Constraints (TOC) and it is the first ERP boo…

Global logistics

The first edition of Global Logistics and Distribution Planning: Strategies for Management appeared in 1988. Since then the whole field of logistics has changed. Of course, there is still agreement about the basic principle of a supply chain as ‘the series of activities and organizations that materials both tangible and intangible – move through on their journeys from initial suppliers to…

A social network analysis of business logistics and transportation

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Knowledge Management For Maritime Logistics Value: Discussing Conceptual Issues

This paper introduces the concept of maritime logistics value as one of the most significant strategic goals that maritime operators want to achieve. The value is reflected in operational efficiency (e.g. reducing lead time and business costs) and service effectiveness (e.g. flexibility, responsiveness and reliability in the service). Drawing from key theories and practices in strategic man…

Logistics Education: A Look At The Current State Of The Art and Science

Purpose – This paper aims to provide the results of a large-scale survey of courses dedicated to the field of logistics in higher education. This research is unique because it represents the first large-scale study of both undergraduate and graduate logistics courses. Design/methodology/approach – Content analysis was performed on each syllabus to identify the actual course coverage: requ…

International Sourcing And Logistics: An Integrated Model

Billions of dollars are being poured into developing nations by multinationals as part of their diversification, divestiture, facility location, and supplier selection strategies. By integrating the literature in international business, marketing, purchasing, and operations management, a contingency model is developed to minimize the overall costs of such decisions. This model provides l…

National-Level Logistics Costs: An Overview of Extant Research

No comprehensive review of macro-logistics cost research is currently available. Thus the aim of this paper is to elucidate where logistics cost research is conducted, to identify research methods, and to present the logistics costs in identified extant research. Altogether 66 textbooks, scientific journals, case studies, and other studies were reviewed. The three dominant methodological app…

Pengembangan Sistem Logistik yang Efisien dan Efektif dengan Pendekatan Suppl…

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Internal and External Logistics Information Technology Integration

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Advocacy to Promote Logistics in Humanitarian Aid

Purpose – This paper aims to examine some of the more effective means of advocacy focused on promoting the unique role of logistics in the delivery of much needed humanitarian aid, and outlines some of the challenges as experienced in the outcomes of recent disasters such as the Indian Ocean Tsunami 2004. Design/methodology/approach – The paper draws from the limited literature availabl…

Innovation in Logistic Services and The New Business Model: A Conceptual Fram…

Service industries hold an increasingly dynamic and pivotal role in today’s knowledge-based economies. The logistics industry is a classic example of the birth and development of a vital new service-based industry, transformed from the business concept of transportation to that of serving the entire logistical needs of customers. Quantum advances in science, technology, and communication …

A Taxonomy For Selecting Global Supply Chain Strategies

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to address the increasingly important question of supply chain design for global operations. With the rise of off-shore sourcing and the simultaneous need for improved responsiveness to customer demand, the choice of supply chain strategy is critical. Design/methodology/approach – The paper draws its conclusions from case-based research supported b…

A Methodology For Logistics Strategy Planning

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Maritime logistics : contemporary issues

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3PL Factories or Lernstatts? Value-Creation Models For 3PL Service Providers

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to identify and systematically discuss generic forms of contract logistics services and their distinct underlying approaches for fulfilling their respective value propositions. A general frame of reference is developed that addresses the value proposition, as well as the value creation architecture that leads to generic business model configurations f…

Logistics Evolution: A Comparison of Military and Commercial Logistics Thought

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Logistics Innovation Development: A Micro-Level Perspective

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to investigate the microfoundations of customer knowledge acquisition during logistics innovation development. Specifically, the authors explore the activities and behaviors of employees with customer contact (i.e. boundary-spanning employees (BSEs)) to deepen and broaden their knowledge about customers for the development of innovations. Design/meth…

The Journal Of Humanitarian Logistics and Supply Chain Management: First Refl…

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to reflect on the editorial operations underpinning the Journal of Humanitarian Logistics and Supply Chain Management in light of the review process and the quality of articles. It further outlines the articles in the special issue and relates them to the scope of the journal. Design/methodology/approach – The editorial processes of the journal are…

Logistics and Supply Chain Education and Jobs: A Study of UK Markets

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine the curriculum design of logistics and supply chain management (LSCM) undergraduate courses offered by selected UK higher education (HE) institutions and compares them with employers’ job requirements in the UK. Design/methodology/approach – Desk-based research involving content analysis of 22 selected undergraduate LSCM courses from 1…

E-supply chain technologies and management

Today’s managers are turning to the functions of the supply chain to improve margins and gain competitive advantage. The explosion of the Internet and other e-business technologies has made real-time, online communication throughout the entire supply chain a reality. Electronic supply chain management (eSCM) is a reference to the supply chain that is structured via electronic technology-enabl…