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International Journal of Applied Logistics
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ISSN (Print) 1947-9573 - ISSN (Online) 1947-9581
Published by IGI Global

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An Exploratory Study of Fresh Food E-Commerce in the UK and China
- Authors: Shi; Yangyan, Xie, Chunxiao, Han, Rui
  Pages: 1 - 18
  Abstract: Fresh food e-commerce has become a burgeoning branch in online markets and changed the circulation of fresh food. Concerning the background of e-commerce, this study tries to relate suppliers' awareness of promoting fresh food business with the logistic obstacles and consumer impacts. The article first introduces five guiding questions after reviewing present literature. To better understand the fresh food markets, it analyzes the operational model of respective suppliers in the UK and China separately. The article also describes primary data collection through the distribution of questionnaires to the sample population. According to the valid feedbacks, the article concludes different consuming trends in fresh food markets and finds that logistical services are still the biggest challenge which need to be improved. Based on the results, it provides recommendations to suppliers for improving the fresh food e-commerce.
  Keywords: Business Information Systems; Business & Management; Supply Chain Management
  Citation: International Journal of Applied Logistics (IJAL), Volume: 8, Issue: 2 (2018) Pages: 1-18
  PubDate: 2018-07-01T04:00:00Z
  DOI: 10.4018/IJAL.2018070101
  Issue No: Vol. 8, No. 2 (2018)
Project Management Maturity Models
- Authors: Galli; Brian J.
  Pages: 19 - 38
  Abstract: In today's highly dynamic and rapidly changing business landscape, project constraints are continuously increasing regarding cost, time, level of customer satisfaction, and return on investment. Project-related issues are also increasing due to increased complexity, increased number of stakeholders, and extensive parameters. Recently, the project management community has shown interest in developing methodologies for project management to increase success in business organizations. Several project management models are introduced. In this article, different project management maturity models are analyzed and compared to determine any overlap or discrepancies between them. Moreover, the article aims to reveal the needs for the project to start, and the needs to evolve. The design of new maturity models on both team and organizational levels are used as a roadmap to pursue an organizational project. Finally, this article presents and outlines a uniform maturity model that unifies the best elements of all of the common singular maturity models.
  Keywords: Business Information Systems; Business & Management; Supply Chain Management
  Citation: International Journal of Applied Logistics (IJAL), Volume: 8, Issue: 2 (2018) Pages: 19-38
  PubDate: 2018-07-01T04:00:00Z
  DOI: 10.4018/IJAL.2018070102
  Issue No: Vol. 8, No. 2 (2018)
Role of Information Technology on Supply Chain Management of
Pharmaceutical Industry
- Authors: Saha; Saibal Kumar, Jha, Ajeya
  Pages: 39 - 68
  Abstract: Supply Chain Management SCM is a very critical part of any business. A well-coordinated SCM can improve the efficiency of the business and help in cost reduction. As information technology (IT) is being used widely across all businesses, SCM can benefit to a large extent by the use of IT. This article reviews a number of papers in this field and suggests research gaps for further exploration. The aim of this article is to review the literature on the role of IT on supply chain management (SCM) with special focus on the pharmaceutical industry and suggest possible gaps from the point of view of researchers and practitioners. The article finds that IT has made a significant impact in improving the efficiency of SCM. But its successful implementation and collaboration with other firms is the key to success for an efficient SCM. Within each category, gaps have been identified.
  Keywords: Business Information Systems; Business & Management; Supply Chain Management
  Citation: International Journal of Applied Logistics (IJAL), Volume: 8, Issue: 2 (2018) Pages: 39-68
  PubDate: 2018-07-01T04:00:00Z
  DOI: 10.4018/IJAL.2018070103
  Issue No: Vol. 8, No. 2 (2018)
Effectively Using Systems Thinking in New Product Development (NPD)
- Authors: Galli; Brian J.
  Pages: 69 - 85
  Abstract: This is a case study concerning technology start-up companies involved in systems thinking during new product development. It is found that systems thinking is pivotal to assisting project managers in moving a project from start to successful completion. The essence of systems thinking is getting all teams in a company to work together as one, to push forward new product development. The study reveals some of the challenges associated with implementing the systems theory in new product development for these companies. This area of study holds promise for continued future research. However, there are still some implementation issues in the real world that have been identified and perhaps are in need of further exploration.
  Keywords: Business Information Systems; Business & Management; Supply Chain Management
  Citation: International Journal of Applied Logistics (IJAL), Volume: 8, Issue: 2 (2018) Pages: 69-85
  PubDate: 2018-07-01T04:00:00Z
  DOI: 10.4018/IJAL.2018070104
  Issue No: Vol. 8, No. 2 (2018)

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