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An integrated model for the design of agile supply chains

Christopher, Martin; Towill, Denis - In: International Journal of Physical Distribution & … 31 (2001) 4, pp. 235-246

The latter part of the twentieth century saw the lean production paradigm positively impact many market sectors ranging from automotive through to construction. In particular there is much evidence to suggest that level scheduling combined with the elimination of muda has successfully delivered...

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A comparative study of three different SCM approaches

Meenakshi Sundaram, R.; Mehta, Sameer G. - In: International Journal of Physical Distribution & … 32 (2002) 7, pp. 532-555

A comparative study of three different approaches on a hypothetical supply chain model is presented. The three approaches investigated are: independent; semi‐integrated; and integrated. In the independent approach, it is assumed that decisions are made independently at three different levels....

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Partnership alliances in virtual markets

Vlachopoulou, Maro; Manthou, Vassiliki - In: International Journal of Physical Distribution & … 33 (2003) 3, pp. 254-267

integration between the partners’ internal and external activities and relationships are the prerequisites in order to combine … management paradigms are illustrated and categorized according to the degree of integration and e …

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Understanding integrated global sourcing

Trent, Robert J.; Monczka, Robert M. - In: International Journal of Physical Distribution & … 33 (2003) 7, pp. 607-629

integration of engineering, operations, and procurement centers within the upstream portion of a firm's supply chain …

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Measuring the implications of virtual integration in the new economy

Carr, Patrick; Rainbird, Mark; Walters, David - In: International Journal of Physical Distribution & … 34 (2004) 3/4, pp. 358-372

Addresses the appropriate structuring of the firm's business model in the context of new economy holonic networks. States that this requires some framework for analysing the firm's business model relative to the opportunities offered by those networks and alliances. Proposes that some...

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Logistics integration processes in the food industry

Gimenez, Cristina - In: International Journal of Physical Distribution & … 36 (2006) 3, pp. 231-249

Purpose – This paper sets out to empirically analyse the integration process that firms follow to implement supply … chain management (SCM). This study has been inspired by the integration model proposed by Stevens. Design …/methodology/approach – Uses the survey method. Findings – The results show that there are companies in three different integration stages. In …

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Understanding collaborative supply chain relationships through the application of the Williamson organisational failure framework

Wilding, Richard; Humphries, Andrew S. - In: International Journal of Physical Distribution & … 36 (2006) 4, pp. 309-329

Purpose – Within the supply chain the need for much closer, long‐term relationships is increasing due to supplier rationalisation and globalisation and more information about these interactions is required. The research specifically tested the well‐accepted Williamson's economic...

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Competing in the 21st century supply chain through supply chain management and enterprise resource planning integration

Lenny Koh, S.C.; Saad, S.; Arunachalam, S. - In: International Journal of Physical Distribution & … 36 (2006) 6, pp. 455-465

Purpose – To investigate the integration of supply chain management (SCM) and enterprise resource planning (ERP … designed to support internal supply chains. However, integration of SCM and ERP gives the company the opportunity to build …

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Electronics industry drivers of intermediation and disintermediation

Shunk, Dan L.; Carter, Joseph R.; Hovis, John; Talwar, … - In: International Journal of Physical Distribution & … 37 (2007) 3, pp. 248-261

quantitative and qualitative conclusions related to the electronics industry supply network integration and requirements for its …

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Framework for characterizing the design of VMI systems

Ståhl Elvander, Mikael; Sarpola, Sami; Mattsson, … - In: International Journal of Physical Distribution & … 37 (2007) 10, pp. 782-798

Purpose – The purpose of this study is to provide for the research community as well as for the practitioners measures that enable the evaluation, categorization and comparison of vendor managed inventory (VMI) systems. Design/methodology/approach – In this paper, a framework is developed...

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