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Third party logistics – from an interorganizational point of view
Skjoett‐Larsen, Tage - In: International Journal of Physical Distribution & … 30 (2000) 2, pp. 112-127
The adoption of third party logistics is becoming widespread in the industry. Discusses various definitions of third party logistics and the theoretical background for the development of third party arrangements, including both transaction cost theory and network theory. A theoretical framework...
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Outsourcing competitive advantage: the use of supplier associations
Hines, Peter; Rich, Nick - In: International Journal of Physical Distribution & … 28 (1998) 7, pp. 524-546
the story of how effective “outsourcing” of competitive advantage occurred is told in full. In addition the lessons from …
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Logistics and virtual integration
van Hoek, Remko I. - In: International Journal of Physical Distribution & … 28 (1998) 7, pp. 508-523
This paper uses empirical findings, from a survey and a case study, about the three (logistics) elements that constitute a virtually integrated supply chain: chain‐wide application of postponement, extensive involvement of suppliers and distributors, and the integration of the flow of...
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Modelling the consequences of a strategic supply chain initiative of an automotive aftermarket operation
Hammant, J.; Disney, S.M.; Childerhouse, P.; Naim, M.M. - In: International Journal of Physical Distribution & … 29 (1999) 9, pp. 535-550
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...
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The perception gap among buyer and suppliers in the semiconductor industry
Kim, Bowon; Park, Kyungbae; Kim, Taesik - In: Supply Chain Management: An International Journal 4 (1999) 5, pp. 231-241
Strong and productive partnerships between buyers and suppliers are important for effective outsourcing. Such …
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The PRIME contract: The Department of Social Security and Trillium
Evans, Michael - In: Journal of Corporate Real Estate 2 (2000) 3, pp. 208-220
The PRIME contract is revolutionising the property industry. It has enabled the UK Government’s Department of Social Security to outsource not just its facilities management and property management but also its entire property portfolio and the risks associated with it. PRIME will provide the...
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Outsourcing for corporate real estate managers: How can real estate learn lessons from other industries?
Farncombe, Martin; Waller, Andrew - In: Journal of Corporate Real Estate 7 (2005) 3, pp. 258-270
Outsourcing is a mechanism which has transformed the delivery of facilities management, logistics, IT and other … services to today's corporations. This paper looks at the reasons behind the rise and rise of outsourcing and its applicability … outsourcing are discussed, and lessons are drawn from more mature outsourcing markets (IT, logistics etc) that should help those …
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Cost of outsourcing versus cost of rental services for office buildings in Switzerland
Stoy, Christian; Kytzia, Susanne - In: Journal of Corporate Real Estate 7 (2005) 3, pp. 246-257
This paper addresses the question as to what extent the outsourcing degrees of property management influence the … operating costs of owner‐operated real estate. For this purpose, the outsourcing degrees of technical, infrastructural and … inverse relationship was identified in respect of the cleaning costs, where the costs are lower when outsourcing …
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Sale‐and‐leaseback as a British real estate model
Tipping, Malvern; Bullard, Richard K. - In: Journal of Corporate Real Estate 9 (2007) 4, pp. 205-217
Purpose – Many established trading companies have had considerable capital value locked into their operational properties. These properties have been identified as producing lower returns on invested capital than core business activities. Consequently, there has been a growing trend for the...
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Understanding the outsourcing of facilities management services in Uganda
Natukunda, Cathy M.; Pitt, Michael; Nabil, Amir - In: Journal of Corporate Real Estate 15 (2013) 2, pp. 150-158
outsourced services are security and catering. The most common driver for outsourcing was the necessity to gain quality services …
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