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A research and industry perspective on automotive logistics performance measurement
Dörnhöfer, Martin; Günthner, Willibald A. - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 28 (2017) 1, pp. 102-126
and in industry are applicable in automotive logistics. Design/methodology/approach The authors use a combination of a … of automotive logistics is nevertheless rare. The industry survey leads to the conclusion that conformity with design …
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Postponement Strategies for Channel Derivatives
Eric Johnson, M.; Anderson, Emily - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 11 (2000) 1, pp. 19-36
The value of postponing product differentiation until final distribution for manufacturers who market a family of product derivatives through multiple channels is examined. A model is developed of a supply chain that distributes many short‐lived products through different channels. Using the...
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The Role of Third‐Party Logistics Providers in Mass Customization
van Hoek, Remko I. - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 11 (2000) 1, pp. 37-46
postponement. Third‐party logistics providers, are targeting postponement applications as an extension of their service portfolios …
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The Convergent Carrier: A Critical Factor in Supply Chain Compression
Wagner, William B.; Frankel, Robert - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 11 (2000) 1, pp. 99-110
expectations regarding achievement of established logistics cost and service objectives by performing whatever functions are …
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Unlocking the Supply Chain to Build Competitive Advantage
Walker, Brian; Bovet, David; Martha, Joseph - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 11 (2000) 2, pp. 1-8
Customer demands on manufacturers and retailers are increasing relentlessly. Spurred by the Internet's “click it and get it” value proposition, a growing number of consumers and business buyers want customized products, convenient ordering, and rapid fulfillment. Delivering against these...
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The Impact of Outsourcing on Inbound Logistics Flows
Svensson, Göran - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 12 (2001) 1, pp. 21-35
internal activities and the occurrence of disruptions in firms' inbound logistics flows from subcontractors.  …
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The Supply Chain Role of Third‐Party Logistics Providers
Bolumole, Yemisi A. - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 12 (2001) 2, pp. 87-102
sustaining competitive advantage. This research is based on petrol retailers in the UK that have adopted logistics outsourcing … outsourcing organization; its perception of service providers' role within the logistics strategy; the nature of the resultant … client‐provider relationship; and, the extent to which the logistics process is outsourced.  …
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Integration of Information Technology and Organizations in a Supply Chain
Bagchi, Prabhir K.; Skjoett‐Larsen, Tage - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 14 (2003) 1, pp. 89-108
Ever since the Council of Logistics Management (CLM) adopted the definition of logistics in 1986, the integration of …
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Evaluating the Supply Chain Role of Logistics Service Providers
Bolumole, Yemisi A. - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 14 (2003) 2, pp. 93-107
The shift from traditional and functional third‐party logistics to comprehensive supply‐chain relationships has … significant implications for the role of third‐party logistics service providers (3pls). Extending previous research in which four … 3pls' roles within the logistics strategy; the nature of the resultant client‐3pl relationship; and, the extent to which …
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An Investigation of the Impact of Schedule Stability on Supplier Responsiveness
Harrison, Alan - In: The International Journal of Logistics Management 7 (1996) 1, pp. 83-92
The impact of schedule stability on supplier responsiveness is investigated by comparing schedule and calloff quantities for two automotive assemblers who both use the same supplier. Components for the two assemblers are manufactured by the supplier in cells which are focused by customer. The...
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