scholarly journals Slice and Connect: Tri-Dimensional Process Discovery with Case Study of Port Logistics Process

2015 ◽  
Vol 72 ◽  
pp. 461-468 ◽  
Author(s):  
Iq Reviessay Pulshashi ◽  
Hyerim Bae ◽  
Riska Asriana Sutrisnowati ◽  
Bernardo Nugroho Yahya ◽  
Sanghyuck Park
Keyword(s):  
Process Discovery ◽  
Port Logistics ◽  
Logistics Process

The apparel aftermarket in India – a case study focusing on reverse logistics

2011 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 211-227 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nandita Abraham
Keyword(s):  
Reverse Logistics ◽  
Activity Increase ◽  
Business Decisions ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Logistics Systems ◽  
A Value ◽  
Logistics Process ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Practical Implications

PurposeThis paper aims to map and understand the reverse logistics systems in the apparel aftermarket in India. It clarifies the processes involved from the procurement of used clothing until its resale in the aftermarket. The paper identifies that collaboration between stakeholders can improve logistics, business predictability and margins.Design/methodology/approachIn total, 93 in‐depth interviews were conducted with stakeholders. Questions revolved around strategic and operational factors of reverse logistics in the aftermarket.FindingsThis fragmentation and isolation of stakeholders' businesses is identified as the cause of most stakeholder inefficiencies. It was found that benefits accrued by collaboration in the reverse logistics chain are increased market knowledge, more predictable business and better margins.Research limitations/implicationsMapping and understanding of the reverse logistics were the primary aims of this paper. Researchers are encouraged to look at a value‐addition model based on this paper which could help evaluate further business decisions. Additionally a study of the sustainability aspects of this reverse logistics process would be a valuable addition to knowledge in this area.Practical implicationsCollaborative initiatives can be used as a way to reduce multiplicity of activity, increase predictability and expand business.Originality/valueThis paper fulfills the need of understanding the apparel aftermarket in India and how reverse logistics may be looked on as a tool to manage the post‐first consumer apparel market.

scholarly journals Manaus Public Port Logistics a Case Study of Boarding and Landing at Passenger Station (ROADWAY)

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (10) ◽  
pp. 910-919
Author(s):  
Dorailson Dos Santos Leitão ◽  
Rafaela Maciel Passos ◽  
Frank Henrique Santos Fontineles ◽  
David Barbosa de Alencar ◽  
Igor Felipe Oliveira Bezerra
Keyword(s):  
The Public ◽  
Port Logistics ◽  
The City ◽  
Passenger Station

Logistics for boarding and disembarking at the passenger terminal (roadway) is the organization of all existing operations. This research aimed to analyze and propose improvements in logistics methods in the public port of the city of Manaus – AM that influence the boarding and disembarkation of passengers and goods, taking into account a modern and useful adaptation to the roadway, enabling na efficient handling operation for that meets all who use the port, based on the fact that the movement of passengers must be done safely, and can take into account factors that allow both access to users, as well as goods.

Multiple Proximities: Culture and Geography in the Transport Logistics of Newsprint Manufactured in Australia

2001 ◽  
Vol 33 (10) ◽  
pp. 1717-1739 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matt Bradshaw
Keyword(s):  
Network Theory ◽  
Actor Network Theory ◽  
Geographic Proximity ◽  
Research Material ◽  
Cultural Proximity ◽  
The World ◽  
Port Logistics ◽  
Recent Case Study ◽  
Network Proximity

Three types of proximity are argued to be present in the research material in this paper. First, put simply, geographic proximity refers to two entities being physically next to each other. Second, cultural proximity refers to two entities being relationally close to one another, with geographic proximity often not being required. Third, network proximity refers to two entities being associated through or with a third entity, again with geographic proximity often not being required. Geographies of links between entities—people, enterprises, places, etc—trace networks of relations. Geographic proximity remains crucial, but the relational spaces of geographic networks that selectively connect entities in different ways around the world are just as important. In this paper some elements from actor-network theory are used to approach the investigation of multiple proximities. The argument is exemplified through a recent case study of the restructuring of trans-port logistics of newsprint manufactured in Australia.

scholarly journals Application of the TDABC model in the logistics process using different capacity cost rates

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 1003 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paulo Afonso ◽  
Alex Santana
Keyword(s):  
Cost Model ◽  
Deep Understanding ◽  
Activity Based Costing ◽  
Cost Rate ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Unused Capacity ◽  
Logistics Process ◽  
The Cost ◽  
Capacity Cost

Purpose: The understanding of logistics process in terms of costs and profitability is a complex task and there is a need of more research and applied work on these issues. In this research project, the concepts underlying Time-Driven Activity Based Costing (TDABC) have been used in the context of logistics costs.Design/methodology/approach: A Distribution Centre of wood and carpentry related materials has been studied. A multidisciplinary team has been composed to support the project including the researchers and three employees of the company responsible for accounting, logistics and warehousing. The design and implementation of the costing model asked for a deep understanding of the different tasks and processes that should be considered. Accordingly, a TDABC model for the logistics function was developed.Findings: The cost model presented here is supported on a series of time equations designed for the logistics function which allow the analysis and discussion of costs and profitability of different cost objects namely, products, clients, distribution channels, processes and activities. The cost of unused capacity and the effectiveness of logistics processes are also highlighted in this model.Research limitations/implications: In a case study, results and implications cannot be directly or immediately generalized. Nevertheless, the proposed time equations and cost model can be easily adapted to explain other types of logistics functions and it gives the foundations or other TDABC models with more than one capacity cost rate.Practical implications: The TDABC model developed in this case study can be used in similar cases and as a basis for the analysis of logistics costs in other logistics processes. Furthermore, managers can rely on the proposed approach to analyze products’ profitability and logistics cost structure. Originality/value: In this case, different capacity cost rates were computed in order to reflect appropriately the logistics function which was presented in two different processes: internal logistics and distribution. These processes have specific resources allocated and should be measured differently. This is in line with Kaplan and Anderson (2004, 2007) who have suggested a more complex TDABC model with more than one capacity cost rate for these situations.

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