In response to the demand for competitive, just-in-time logistics services, the trend continues towards greater outsourcing of supply chain related services and functions to the domain experts. This paper provides a broad-based review of the various aspects of development in a logistics partnering arrangement. Several partnership models and frameworks, along with the characteristics, types, facilitators, advantages, pitfalls and success factors for successful partnerships are analysed. Current results suggest that Lambert et al. (1999)'s partnership model comes closest as a useful guide in developing strategic logistics partnerships. Based on Lambert et al (1999)'s partnership model, empirical research is conducted to identify the key drivers, facilitators and components that affect partnership outcomes between user firms in the electronics and chemicals sectors and and logistics service providers (LSPs) in Singapore. The investigation is further extended to study the relationship dynamics in the use of power versus trust in influencing partnership outcomes. The intent is to provide some new insights into managing this type of business relationship and firms can benefit from the findings and discussions as they formulate their logistics strategies. / Thesis (DBA(DoctorateofBusinessAdministration))--University of South Australia, 2004

In response to the demand for competitive, just-in-time logistics services, the trend continues towards greater outsourcing of supply chain related services and functions to the domain experts. This paper provides a broad-based review of the various aspects of development in a logistics partnering arrangement. Several partnership models and frameworks, along with the characteristics, types, facilitators, advantages, pitfalls and success factors for successful partnerships are analysed. Current results suggest that Lambert et al. (1999)'s partnership model comes closest as a useful guide in developing strategic logistics partnerships. Based on Lambert et al (1999)'s partnership model, empirical research is conducted to identify the key drivers, facilitators and components that affect partnership outcomes between user firms in the electronics and chemicals sectors and and logistics service providers (LSPs) in Singapore. The investigation is further extended to study the relationship dynamics in the use of power versus trust in influencing partnership outcomes. The intent is to provide some new insights into managing this type of business relationship and firms can benefit from the findings and discussions as they formulate their logistics strategies. / Thesis (DBA(DoctorateofBusinessAdministration))--University of South Australia, 2004

Thesis (doctoral)--Universität, Augsburg. / Title from title screen (viewed May 7, 2008). Available through ebrary Inc. Includes bibliographical references.

Thesis (M. Phil.)--Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, 2004. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 24). Also available in electronic version. Access restricted to campus users.

Dissertation--European Business School, 2008. / Includes bibliographical references.

Thesis (M. Sc.)--University of Hong Kong, 2005.

Thesis (M. Phil.)--Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, 2004. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 69-75). Also available in electronic version. Access restricted to campus users.

The diploma thesis deals with the issue of process automatization in the company ABB s.r.o, specifically in the warehouse 701, where the operated forklift is currently used. Based on the analysis, proposals are made to improve the current logistics processes taking place in the warehouse, to increase the quality of operations associated with the storage and removal of material, increase the use of labor capacity, improve workplace conditions, and increase occupational safety.

published_or_final_version / Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering / Doctoral / Doctor of Philosophy

<p>This thesis develops a method for examining a logistics system and evaluating its performance so that problem areas can be identified. This method is developed based on a literature review and evaluated through workshops and case studies. It consists of four steps; System Description, Input and Output, Transformation and finally Deeper Analysis and Conclusions. By conducting an evaluation based on the method conclusions can be drawn concerning the logistics performance of the system within a week.</p>