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Logistics Cooperation: Integrated Logistics Services

A special issue of Logistics (ISSN 2305-6290).

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (1 December 2022) | Viewed by 28169

Special Issue Editors

Prof. Dr. Ieva Meidutė-Kavaliauskienė

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1. Research Group on Logistics and Defense Technology Management, General Jonas Žemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania, Šilo st. 5A, LT-10322 Vilnius, Lithuania
2. Business Management, Vilnius Gediminas Technical University (VILNIUS TECH), Sauletekio al. 11, LT-10233 Vilnius, Lithuania
Interests: logistics; supply chain management; modelling; integrating processes; 3 PL
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Dr. Virgilija Vasilienė-Vasiliauskienė

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Department of Logistics and Transport Management, Vilnius Gediminas technical university, Plytines st. 27, LT-10105 Vilnius, Lithuania
Interests: quality management; process management; logistics; service quality

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

We invite you to contribute to a Special Issue of Logistics entitled: “Logistics Cooperation: Integrated Logistics Services”.

Globalization has imposed entry requirements on every country’s economy. Countries need to have the ability to synchronize the business processes of local producers, which take place in their supply chains, from suppliers to customers. Integration and collaboration requirements have become increasingly sophisticated. This is why high-quality service delivery is one of the key factors required for survival in the market. In recent years, the requirements customers have for the companies providing logistics services haven risen continuously. It is obvious that the clients, insisting on the total complex of logistics services, expect additional services which would enable them to compete in the market on more favourable terms.

Integrated Logistics services are the main challenge facing businesses in the changing business environment under the pandemic situation. The quality of the integrated logistics service provides an opportunity to create a competitive advantage, but the logistics service provider must manage the risks in these circumstances. This is why we organized this Special Issue, which aims to discuss logistics cooperation from an integrated logistics services perspective.

We invite you to contribute to this Special Issue by submitting research articles and empirical studies addressing the alignment of all kinds of logistics cooperation in the context of integrated logistics services and the resulting impacts. The Special Issue is focused on (but not limited to) the following topics: 

  • Challenges of integration;
  • Challenges of collaboration;
  • Logistics collaboration;
  • Security aspects of logistics activities;
  • Cross-sectorial collaboration in logistics fields;
  • 3PL, 4PL, etc.;
  • Challenges of networking;
  • Risk management;
  • Quality management systems;
  • Quality of customer service;
  • Leadership;
  • Sustainable success of business

Prof. Dr. Ieva Meidutė-Kavaliauskienė
Dr. Virgilija Vasilienė-Vasiliauskienė
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.

Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Logistics is an international peer-reviewed open access quarterly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 1400 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

Keywords

  • logistics collaboration
  • supply chain
  • logistics services
  • quality management
  • risk management
  • change management

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Integration of Blockchain Technology and Prioritization of Deployment Barriers in the Blood Supply Chain
by Ieva Meidute-Kavaliauskiene, Amir Karbassi Yazdi and Amir Mehdiabadi
Logistics 2022, 6(1), 21; https://doi.org/10.3390/logistics6010021 - 04 Mar 2022
Cited by 2 | Viewed by 3218
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Background: This research aims to prioritize the blood supply hub for coping barriers of implementation blockchain (BC) in supply chain management (SCM). Nowadays, blood supply is a crucial matter that plays an essential role in people’s lives. Hence, tracing the supply of blood [...] Read more.
Background: This research aims to prioritize the blood supply hub for coping barriers of implementation blockchain (BC) in supply chain management (SCM). Nowadays, blood supply is a crucial matter that plays an essential role in people’s lives. Hence, tracing the supply of blood is very substantial. One of the ways for the SCM of blood supply is a blockchain system. It shows how all traces of the SCM stream can flow from raw material to receiving blood into end users. However, there are many barriers to the implementation of blockchain. None of the companies can design improvement projects to resolve these barriers because of a lack of rare resources, such as human resources (HR), budget, information, etc. Methods: Barriers are first extracted from previous studies and interviews with experts in this study. Then, these barriers are customized for this case study by the Delphi method. Then, these blood supply hubs are ranked by measurement alternatives and ranking according to the compromise solution (MARCOS) method. Since this method needs primary weight, the best–worst method (BWM) is applied to obtain this weight. Result: Results have pointed out that business owners’ unwillingness was the highest priority among the nine barriers. Conclusions: Additionally, implementing blockchain for SCM of blood supply requires paying more attention to business owners’ unwillingness barriers and resolving them. Furthermore, hub 4 is faced with many problems in tackling barriers to implementing SCM blockchain. Full article
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Assessment of Collaboration-Based and Non-Collaboration-Based Logistics Risks with Plithogenic SWARA Method
by Alptekin Ulutaş, Ieva Meidute-Kavaliauskiene, Ayse Topal and Ezgi Demir
Logistics 2021, 5(4), 82; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/logistics5040082 - 22 Nov 2021
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Background: Uncertainty is the major source of hazards, and it is present in a wide range of business activities. Due to the high level of unpredictability in logistics operations, the logistics sector has traditionally operated in a high-risk environment. These risks have [...] Read more.
Background: Uncertainty is the major source of hazards, and it is present in a wide range of business activities. Due to the high level of unpredictability in logistics operations, the logistics sector has traditionally operated in a high-risk environment. These risks have become considerably more complicated as the corporate environment has changed in recent years, such through globalization, environmental concerns, and changes in demand. As a result, in order for a logistics firm to thrive, it is necessary to evaluate and assess the risks associated with logistics. Methods: The Plithogenic Stepwise Weight Assessment Ratio Analysis (SWARA) has been used in this study to assess the logistics risks. The logistics risk considered in this study are transportation-related risks, purchasing-related risks, inventory-related risks, information-related risks, packaging-related risks, operational-related risks, geographical location-related risks, natural disaster-related risks, and organization-related risks. Results: The most significant logistics risks are found to be Inventory-Related Risks, while the least significant are Geographical Location-Related Risks. When compared to the standard SWARA approach, the Plithogenic SWARA method may be employed in group decision-making issues without losing information. Conclusions: The proposed technique will help logistics professionals make informed decisions and manage and analyze risks more efficiently. This study will also contribute to the literature as it is the first time that logistical risks have been addressed by utilizing the Plithogenic SWARA technique. Full article
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Civil-Military Cooperation: Integrated Logistics in Response to the COVID-19 Crisis
by João Reis
Logistics 2021, 5(4), 79; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/logistics5040079 - 04 Nov 2021
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Background: This article addresses the civil-military cooperation in response to the COVID-19 crisis. In early 2021, the number of daily infections and the growing number of COVID-19 hospitalizations in Portugal were dramatic, reaching the highest rates in the world. In response, the [...] Read more.
Background: This article addresses the civil-military cooperation in response to the COVID-19 crisis. In early 2021, the number of daily infections and the growing number of COVID-19 hospitalizations in Portugal were dramatic, reaching the highest rates in the world. In response, the Armed Forces were engaged and played a significant role in helping the National Health Service (NHS). The NHS is just one of many existing examples which demonstrate the relevance of logistical support from the Armed Forces so that civil institutions can return to a sustainable and autonomous situation. Methods: In order to understand and describe this real-life phenomenon, a qualitative and exploratory case study was conducted. Several sources of data collection were used for triangulation and corroboration. Results: The results suggest that, in emergency situations, logistical operations of the Armed Forces in support of civil society are divided into four major areas: planning and organizational activities; priority setting; combat service support; and training and self-reliance. Conclusions: Once the four areas of action of the Armed Forces were identified, the response to the COVID-19 crisis became more evident, as civil entities were able to make requests suited to military capabilities. Full article
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An Integrated Approach for Evaluating Lean Innovation Practices in the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain
by Ieva Meidute-Kavaliauskiene, Halil Ibrahim Cebeci, Shahryar Ghorbani and Renata Činčikaitė
Logistics 2021, 5(4), 74; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/logistics5040074 - 13 Oct 2021
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Backgroung: Lean innovation focuses on minimizing waste in the product development stages in order to increase productivity by obtaining customer feedback more quickly and efficiently. The usage of lean innovation practices in product development stages in the pharmaceutical supply chain is the topic [...] Read more.
Backgroung: Lean innovation focuses on minimizing waste in the product development stages in order to increase productivity by obtaining customer feedback more quickly and efficiently. The usage of lean innovation practices in product development stages in the pharmaceutical supply chain is the topic of an increasing amount of research on the critical question of how lean innovation practices can be implemented in a pharmaceutical supply chain or logistic sector. To answer this question, we first identified lean innovation practices by reviewing the literature. Methods: the identified practices were screened using the fuzzy Delphi method (FDM). The expert panel included eight persons working in pharmaceutical supply chain fields. In the next step, the causal relationships between practices were analyzed using the Gray DEMATEL (GDEMATEL) technique. Results: show that technological knowledge was the most crucial factor in lean innovation practices in the pharmaceutical supply chain. Conclusions: Actualizing lean innovation in the supply chain is more than just utilizing the correct strategies and instruments. To execute lean innovation effectively, a reevaluation must be accomplished: A culture that recognizes requirements for change and is set up for consistent change is essential. Methodological strategies such as the value system cannot be set up as a one-time strategy. To execute lean innovation on a long-haul premise, members must be included and become acclimated to a proceeding with the progress process. Changes in forms are frequently used because of an absence of association of suppliers, regardless of whether measures are sensible. Full article
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An Integrated Fuzzy Model for Selecting Resilient Suppliers in Electronics Industry of Iran
by Hamzeh Aghababayi and Mohsen Shafiei Nikabadi
Logistics 2021, 5(4), 71; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/logistics5040071 - 07 Oct 2021
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Selecting appropriate and resilient suppliers is an important issue in supply chain management (SCM) literature. Making an effective decision on this issue can decrease external risks and disruptions, purchase costs, and delay times and also guarantees business continuity in the event of disruptions [...] Read more.
Selecting appropriate and resilient suppliers is an important issue in supply chain management (SCM) literature. Making an effective decision on this issue can decrease external risks and disruptions, purchase costs, and delay times and also guarantees business continuity in the event of disruptions and, consequently, increases company competitiveness and customer satisfaction. This paper aims to provide a model based on identifying and investigating related criteria to evaluate suppliers’ resilience and select the most resilient suppliers in Iran’s electronic industry. To this purpose, the screening technique, the best-worst methodology (BWM), and goal programming (GP) have been applied in the fuzzy environment. The proposed model has been implemented and demonstrated by a case study of the electronic industry, as a real-life example. The results show that agility (0.227), compatibility (0.153), and vulnerability (0.102) are the most important factors for a resilient supplier. Full article
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Model for Assessing Information Logistics Systems in Banks: Lithuanian Case Study
by Asta Valackiene and Rasa Andrijauskaite
Logistics 2021, 5(3), 42; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/logistics5030042 - 28 Jun 2021
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This study aims to provide valuable insights into the information logistics process and to ensure the effectiveness of its systems in the business environment by discussing the banking sector. In this regard, this study investigates the information logistics system of a bank’s IT [...] Read more.
This study aims to provide valuable insights into the information logistics process and to ensure the effectiveness of its systems in the business environment by discussing the banking sector. In this regard, this study investigates the information logistics system of a bank’s IT service center. For this purpose, the instruments for transfer of the bank Z information logistics system were empirically tested in order to highlight the assessment factors; the various factors related to the bank Z information logistics management methodologies and the methods were examined. The key findings and contributions were achieved, i.e., we developed a systematic model for assessing information logistics systems in a bank. The model explains the adaptation of various methodologies and techniques of information logistics systems in the banking sector and justifies the platform of interaction of information logistics processes. The first part of the article introduces the concept of information logistics systems and unpacks its development and management methodologies and processes. The second part introduces the research methodology for assessing information logistics systems. The results highlight the system of management processes applied to the information logistics and discuss the areas and tools for improving this system. The main outcome of this research is presented in the third part, where the systematic model for assessing information logistics systems is developed. This model distinguishes the stages of information logistics cycles and the levels of the information logistics environments. It indicates the information logistics methodologies and techniques linking to the six types of management processes in the IT service center of a bank. The developed model helps to make the assessment of the information cycle more efficient and demonstrates a customizable result which can be adapted by other companies within their IT service centers. Full article
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An Integrated Impact of Blockchain on Supply Chain Applications
by Ieva Meidute-Kavaliauskiene, Bülent Yıldız, Şemsettin Çiğdem and Renata Činčikaitė
Logistics 2021, 5(2), 33; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/logistics5020033 - 01 Jun 2021
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Market conditions have become increasingly dynamic and demanding, resulting in a challenging competitive environment. To adapt to this dynamic environment, supply chains have become increasingly reliant on collaboration, integration, flexibility, and trust between stakeholders. Therefore, the importance of new technological applications in supply [...] Read more.
Market conditions have become increasingly dynamic and demanding, resulting in a challenging competitive environment. To adapt to this dynamic environment, supply chains have become increasingly reliant on collaboration, integration, flexibility, and trust between stakeholders. Therefore, the importance of new technological applications in supply chains has grown even more. To improve supply chain flow control, modern specialized applications must be implemented. Blockchain technology has established itself as a necessary component of today’s competitive environment. Companies should invest in blockchain technology to respond quickly to changing market conditions and demands in today’s dynamic business environment. In this regard, this study investigates the effect of blockchain technology utilization on supply chain transparency, supply chain flexibility, and trust in suppliers. For this purpose, first, data were collected from the first 1000 exporting firms declared in 2019 by the Turkey Exporters Assembly using a survey method. Secondly, factor analyses and regression analyses were performed with the dataset obtained from 84 companies. As a result of the analysis, it was determined that blockchain technology utilization increases transparency, flexibility, and trust in supply chains. According to these results, it is suggested that companies should invest in blockchain technology to make their supply chain more transparent, flexible, and secure. Moreover, blockchain plays a crucial role in building mutual trust with supply chain stakeholders. Finally, the research includes some considerations on the positive implications and potential of blockchain in collaboration and integration. Full article
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