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e‐SCM: internet's impact on supply chain processes
Giménez, Cristina; Lourenço, Helena R. - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 19 (2008) 3, pp. 309-343
internet. Merging these two fields is a key area of concern for contemporary managers and researchers. They have realised that … the internet can enhance SCM by making real time information available and enabling collaboration between trading partners … to SCM and the internet. Findings – The paper describes the impact that the internet has on the different processes that …
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Toward the development of an integrated model of technology internalization within the supply chain context
Forman, Howard; Lippert, Susan K. - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 16 (2005) 1, pp. 4-27
Purpose – Integrating information technologies in supply chains is becoming increasingly more important and challenging. The purpose is to develop a framework for understanding antecedents to internalizing technologies in supply chains. Design/methodology/approach – A literature review...
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Applying the strategy‐structure‐performance paradigm to the supply chain environment
Clifford Defee, C.; Stank, Theodore P. - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 16 (2005) 1, pp. 28-50
Purpose – The paper extends a central paradigm of the strategy literature to the supply chain environment to foster a better understanding of the elements characterizing strategic decisions that lead to supply chain structural development and performance. Design/methodology/approach –...
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An investigation into supplier responsiveness
Holweg, Matthias - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 16 (2005) 1, pp. 96-119
Purpose – The ability of a manufacturing system to respond to customer demand in a timely fashion is widely accepted as a source of competitive advantage. While quick response concepts at system level have been widely discussed in a range of industry sectors, such as textile, electronics and...
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Supply chain risk management
Jüttner, Uta - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 16 (2005) 1, pp. 120-141
Purpose – This paper seeks to understand business requirements for supply chain risk management (SCRM) from a practitioner perspective. Design/methodology/approach – Based on the findings from an exploratory quantitative survey and qualitative focus group discussions with supply chain...
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Product value‐density: managing diversity through supply chain segmentation
Lovell, Antony; Saw, Richard; Stimson, Jennifer - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 16 (2005) 1, pp. 142-158
Purpose – Aims to identify the importance of segmentation both as part of the network design process and as an operational tool for correctly allocating products to appropriate supply chains. Design/methodology/approach – The allocation is based upon a wide range of possible factors relating...
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Evaluating suppliers within a self‐organized logistical network
Ounnar, Fouzia; Pujo, Patrick - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 16 (2005) 1, pp. 159-172
Purpose – This research paper proposes that the conduct of supplier relationships can be improved through a “self‐organized logistical network”. Design/methodology/approach – An analysis has been conducted on logistical supply chain which ensures to define a self‐organized logistical...
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Management development and the supply chain manager of the future
Mangan, John; Christopher, Martin - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 16 (2005) 2, pp. 178-191
Purpose – With the growing acceptance of logistics and supply chain management (SCM) as critical business concerns, there is an emerging realisation that more investment is needed to develop appropriate managerial skills and competencies for supply chain managers. This paper explores the...
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Are supply (driven) chains forgotten?
Hull, Bradley Z. - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 16 (2005) 2, pp. 218-236
Purpose – The supply chain literature highlights chains that are activated by actual or forecasted demand, and has largely overlooked those that are activated by the supply source. This paper aims to position supply driven chains as a distinct class and to develop their properties....
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Supply chain collaboration: what's happening?
Min, Soonhong; Roath, Anthony S.; Daugherty, Patricia J.; … - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 16 (2005) 2, pp. 237-256
Purpose – Collaboration has been referred to as the driving force behind effective supply chain management and may be the ultimate core capability. However, there is a fairly widespread belief that few firms have truly capitalized on its potential. A study was undertaken to assess the current...
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