Essays about: "logistics outsourcing problems"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 6 essays containing the words logistics outsourcing problems.

1. 1. Risk investigation of logistics management and logistics method in the Chinese non-metallic mineral industry : A Case Study of The Shenzhen Rocky Mountain

   University essay from Avdelningen för Industriell utveckling, IT och Samhällsbyggnad

   Author : Zhu Zhu; Jiangye Zhao; [2013]
   Keywords : Risk investigation; Logistics management; Logistics outsourcing;

   Abstract : The purpose of this thesis is to investigate the risks in logistics management and logistics methods for the non-metallic mineral companies. The authors review the current situation of logistics management and logistics method from the non-metallic mineral companies and find out the problems or risks from these companies. READ MORE

3. 2. How to select optimal TPL providers

   University essay from Avdelningen för Industriell utveckling, IT och Samhällsbyggnad

   Author : Meijun Tao; Chen Zhang; [2012]
   Keywords : third party logistics; outsourcing; selection model; qualitative; quantitative;

   Abstract : For a long time logistics have been an important part of industrial activities. Dated from 1970s, with the emergency of third party logistics (TPL), companies began to think about insourcing or outsourcing. As the development and expansion of TPL, outsourcing logistics activities to third party logistic have became a worldwide trend. READ MORE

4. 3. The Role of Logistics Service Providers in the Logistics Firms' Supply Chain

   University essay from Internationella Handelshögskolan

   Author : Ojo Iseghohime Ajakaiye; [2012]
   Keywords : Role; Third-party logistics service providers; Logistics firms’ supply chains; Network; Carriers and Logistics intermediary.;

   Abstract : Competition amongst companies in the global market has resulted in increased production of goods and services. Enterprises are now faced with the challenges of shipments of raw materials, spare parts from vendors, and the finished goods to consumers. Logistics companies are springing up to tackle transportation and other logistics problems. READ MORE

5. 4. An evaluation of the risks involved in onshore IT outsourcing -A case study of Citiserve Limited Nigeria

   University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Sektionen för management

   Author : Abass Balogun; [2010]
   Keywords : Risks; Outsourcing; Onshoring;

   Abstract : IT outsourcing has been, and will continue to be a widely accepted strategic option for organizations growth and attainment of its set objectives. It has brought about state-of-the-art technology in the form of improved business processes, a strategic focus on core competences and cost saving techniques amongst others. READ MORE

6. 5. Value-Added Services in Third-Party Logistics : A study from the TPL providers’ perspective about value-added service development, driving forces and barriers

   University essay from IHH, Centre of Logistics and Supply Chain Management

   Author : Ilze Atkacuna; Karolina Furlan; [2009]
   Keywords : Third-Party Logistics; TPL; Value-Added Services; Service Development; Innovation;

   Abstract : Competition in the logistics service industry has constantly increased over the last decades which has lead to the traditional services offered by third-party logistics (TPL) providers becoming commodities and no longer offering attractive profit margins. When the company’s core product becomes a commodity, the company’s performance of supplementary services becomes vital for competitive advantage. READ MORE