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Item type:Publication, Access status: without files , Truck loading dock process : investigating integration of sustainabilityTruck loading docks as a bottleneck and a logistics interface notoriously plagued with misunderstandings and scheduling issues recently came to the attention of research in the wake of the 2011 report of the German federal office for goods transport. At the truck loading dock the different objectives of road haulers and warehouse operators collide having implications for the whole supply chain. This study aims to verify problems identified in earlier studies with a special focus on SME and explore the question how practitioners would include sustainability measures in that process. A qualitative interview method was used for the investigation, including various players from the logistics industry. A focus group discussion as well as nine face-to-face semi-structured interviews were used to gather optimization and sustainability integration suggestions for the loading dock processes. An increased need for information, a primary focus on efficiency as a method to become more sustainable, especially ecological sustainability as well as a lack of consideration of social issues were found. The research is limited due to the small sample that naturally cannot take all perspectives into account. The perspective of truck drivers is not included. Practitioners are to gather new ideas for the sustainability concepts as well as optimization methods for the loading dock processes in their enterprises; a long term outcome of this research project will be a best-practice catalogue.Publicationtype: Conference Paper18 - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Access status: without files , A general framework for open service innovation in logisticsCompared to other industries the innovative output of logistics service providers (LSPs) is rather low. By enforcing their attempts to innovate these companies could improve their competitive position. Empirical studies indicate that proactive innovations result in significant improvements of customer loyalty for LSPs. Most LSPs are B2B service providers and therefore depend heavily on good relationships with their customers. Additionally, they have to act in a very competitive environment characterized by low profit margins. Looking at this special position, the question arises if methods of open innovation are a suitable approach for LSPs to fix their innovation deficit. Methods of open innovation originate from development processes of tangible products. Although, by now, open service innovation is also evolving, the logistics sector is still lacking behind. The aim of this paper is to evaluate a general framework for open service innovation in logistics. To specify requirements of LSPs in regard to open innovation procedures, interviews with responsible managers of LSPs were conducted.Publicationtype: Conference Paper26 - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Access status: without files , Identification of megatrends affecting complexity in logistics systemsTo cope with megatrends companies often react with changes resulting in complexity. Thus, managing complexity results in increasing costs. Especially logistics service providers have to cope with cost pressure and are due to their size often limited in case of resources. In order to assess these costs an adequate complexity cost assessment has to be developed. Before developing such an approach, the question what drives complexity in logistics systems has to be raised and answered. In this paper, 16 megatrends affecting logistics systems are identified through literature review, expert interviews, and a focus group discussion. The identification and discussion of these megatrends with regard to complexity provides a first step towards a complexity cost assessment. Megatrends can thereby function as important drivers of complexity in logistics systems.Publicationtype: Conference Paper17 - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Access status: without files , Supply chain risk management in international trade operations between Germany and BrazilWhile different aspects of export barriers and supply chain risks in companies have been discussed in literature intensively, there exist only a small number of current, international studies analyzing supply chain risks that might occur in companies during international trade operations between Germany and Brazil. Thus, the aim of this paper is to identify and classify potential risks that might occur during international trade operations between German and Brazilian companies compromising the supply chain management. Moreover, supply chain risk management measures will be compiled to support entrepreneurs in managing those risks. In the remainder of the paper, at first the theoretical background is provided for risk and supply chain risk management. Afterwards, a literature review of existing studies related to export problems is given and the research methodology for the empirical part is described. Subsequently, the empirical results of expert interviews, that have been conducted so far, reflect the work in progress. In addition, first developed measures are presented regarding operational risks. Finally, the paper finishes with a conclusion and further research.Publicationtype: Conference Paper16 - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Access status: with files , Next generation supply chains : trends and opportunitiesToday´s demand patterns constantly claim for greener products from more sustainable supply chains. Handling these customer needs puts a constant pressure on the players: Ecological and social issues arise additionally to challenges like technology management and efficiency enhancement. Concurrently each of these holds incredible opportunities to separate from competitors, yet increases chain complexity and risks. This volume, edited by Wolfgang Kersten, Thorsten Blecker and Christian Ringle, provides valuable insights into: Sustainable Supply Chain Efforts, Handling Risks: Concepts towards robust SCM and Future Outlooks in LogisticsPublicationtype: Conference Proceedings1990 6787 - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Access status: without files , Adopting network-level objectives in interorganizational networks : the case of environmental objectives in logistics service networksPublicationtype: Conference Presentation6 - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Access status: with files , Innovative methods in logistics and supply chain management : current issues and emerging practicesInnovation is increasingly considered as an enabler of business competitive advantage. More and more organizations focus on satisfying their consumer’s demand of innovative and qualitative products and services by applying both technology-supported and non technology-supported innovative methods in their supply chain practices. Due to its very characteristic i.e. novelty, innovation is double-edged sword; capturing value from innovative methods in supply chain practices has been one of the important topics among practitioners as well as researchers of the field. This volume, edited by Thorsten Blecker, Wolfgang Kersten and Christian M. Ringle, provides valuable insights into: Innovative and technology-based solutions, Supply chain security management and Cooperation and performance practices in supply chain managementPublicationtype: Conference Proceedings2027 13282