Subtitle: Recent terrorist threats and security incidents have heightened awareness regarding sup... more Subtitle: Recent terrorist threats and security incidents have heightened awareness regarding supply chain security. But many managers still underestimate supply chain vulnerability and struggle with where to focus their security efforts. Here is a framework for doing just that.
This editorial embodies a series of essays from the current and past editors of the Journal of Bu... more This editorial embodies a series of essays from the current and past editors of the Journal of Business Logistics in marking the 40th anniversary of the journal. The compendium is intended to illustrate the evolution in logistics thought and practice as well as the journal's role in documenting and advancing the field. Key trends are identified in each era. Further, each editor expresses opinions of the current and future state of the discipline. This review reflects on the evolution of the Journal of Business Logistics and envisions the futures of the logistics field and supply chain discipline.
The International Journal of Logistics Management, 2009
PurposeThe purpose of this research is to apply a simulation experiment to investigate the impact... more PurposeThe purpose of this research is to apply a simulation experiment to investigate the impact of new components purchasing and used components recovery strategies on multiple performance measures. The research compares the effectiveness of these strategies, given different levels of uncertainty for the return flow from the contingency perspective.Design/methodology/approachThe experimental design is implemented using an ARENA simulation model. Simulation results are used to test the proposed research model. Multivariate analysis of variance is used for data analysis.FindingsThe results demonstrate that while a proactive purchasing strategy reduces total system cost, it also negatively affects service level. While there are some general conclusions, it is equally important to make decisions under specific business contexts.Practical implicationsThe primary implication is that a firm has to align its purchasing strategy and recovery strategy with its business strategy. Given the t...
... Logistical management: A systems integration of physical distribution, manufacturing support,... more ... Logistical management: A systems integration of physical distribution, manufacturing support, and materials procurement. Post a Comment. CONTRIBUTORS: Author: Bowersox, Donald J. Author: Closs, David J. Author: Helferich, Omar K. PUBLISHER: ...
... While the demand is apparent, most of academia still operates within the constraints of &... more ... While the demand is apparent, most of academia still operates within the constraints of "functional silos." Faculty in purchasing, production/operations ... Test design, grade administration, and studentcounseling on areas outside a faculty member's expertise are other challenges. ...
For professionals who can think in terms of integrated supply chain processes the demand is growi... more For professionals who can think in terms of integrated supply chain processes the demand is growing. The supply of graduates with those skills is limited because many business schools still operate within the constraints of "functional silos". Purchasing, production and logistics faculty are in an unique position to lead the way in integrating supply chain management (SCM) programs that focus on horizontal line management of marketing, procurement, production and logistics processes.
Subtitle: Recent terrorist threats and security incidents have heightened awareness regarding sup... more Subtitle: Recent terrorist threats and security incidents have heightened awareness regarding supply chain security. But many managers still underestimate supply chain vulnerability and struggle with where to focus their security efforts. Here is a framework for doing just that.
This editorial embodies a series of essays from the current and past editors of the Journal of Bu... more This editorial embodies a series of essays from the current and past editors of the Journal of Business Logistics in marking the 40th anniversary of the journal. The compendium is intended to illustrate the evolution in logistics thought and practice as well as the journal's role in documenting and advancing the field. Key trends are identified in each era. Further, each editor expresses opinions of the current and future state of the discipline. This review reflects on the evolution of the Journal of Business Logistics and envisions the futures of the logistics field and supply chain discipline.
The International Journal of Logistics Management, 2009
PurposeThe purpose of this research is to apply a simulation experiment to investigate the impact... more PurposeThe purpose of this research is to apply a simulation experiment to investigate the impact of new components purchasing and used components recovery strategies on multiple performance measures. The research compares the effectiveness of these strategies, given different levels of uncertainty for the return flow from the contingency perspective.Design/methodology/approachThe experimental design is implemented using an ARENA simulation model. Simulation results are used to test the proposed research model. Multivariate analysis of variance is used for data analysis.FindingsThe results demonstrate that while a proactive purchasing strategy reduces total system cost, it also negatively affects service level. While there are some general conclusions, it is equally important to make decisions under specific business contexts.Practical implicationsThe primary implication is that a firm has to align its purchasing strategy and recovery strategy with its business strategy. Given the t...
... Logistical management: A systems integration of physical distribution, manufacturing support,... more ... Logistical management: A systems integration of physical distribution, manufacturing support, and materials procurement. Post a Comment. CONTRIBUTORS: Author: Bowersox, Donald J. Author: Closs, David J. Author: Helferich, Omar K. PUBLISHER: ...
... While the demand is apparent, most of academia still operates within the constraints of &... more ... While the demand is apparent, most of academia still operates within the constraints of "functional silos." Faculty in purchasing, production/operations ... Test design, grade administration, and studentcounseling on areas outside a faculty member's expertise are other challenges. ...
For professionals who can think in terms of integrated supply chain processes the demand is growi... more For professionals who can think in terms of integrated supply chain processes the demand is growing. The supply of graduates with those skills is limited because many business schools still operate within the constraints of "functional silos". Purchasing, production and logistics faculty are in an unique position to lead the way in integrating supply chain management (SCM) programs that focus on horizontal line management of marketing, procurement, production and logistics processes.
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