The current study demonstrates the value of utilizing qualitative research methods to analyze logistics problems. Specifically, the study utilizes a qualitative methodology to examine the feasibility of designing a reverse logistics system to recycle and/or refurbish end‐of‐life computers that are deemed no longer useful by their owners. The qualitative methodology is a modified version of …
Discusses the ways in which the express delivery industry has addressed the problems of data management through increasingly sophisticated automation. Describes the stages of computerization through which a company must go to achieve complete service and system integration. Proposes that without information technology express operators would not be able to give acceptable levels of service. F…