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6. Buyer observations of the US third-party logistics market

Author

Sink, Harry L., Langley, C. John, Jr., and Gibson, Brian J.

Subjects
Outsourcing -- Research, Logistics -- Management, Distribution of goods -- Management, Business, Business, international
Abstract

The first phase of a triangulated research design which determines buyer perceptions of third-party logistics services and providers revealed that the motivation for these relationships is usually connected to solving a problem rather than improving an opportunity. A significant finding is that survey participants did not indicate that there is a need for integrated logistics services provided by a single company. Core competences, reputation and trust are key factors in the selection of a logistics outsourcer., In this day and age of re-engineering, lean Inventories and global competition many firms are concentrating their efforts on core activities that are critical to survival. This shift in business [...]

Published
1996

7. Shipper-carrier partnership issues, rankings and satisfaction

Author

Gibson, Brian J., Rutner, Stephen M., and Keller, Scott B.

Subjects
Transportation -- Comparative analysis, Transportation -- Alliances and partnerships, Carriages and carts -- Comparative analysis, Carriages and carts -- Alliances and partnerships, Shipment of goods -- Comparative analysis, Shipment of goods -- Alliances and partnerships, Business, Business, international
Abstract

The similarities and differences with the rankings of factors between shipper and carrier groups are examined. The various levels of satisfaction between the two groups are highlighted with the help of results.

Published
2002

9. Hiring practices in US third-party logistics firms

Author

Gibson, Brian J. and Cook, Robin Lorin

Subjects
Distributors (Commerce) -- Human resource management, Employee recruitment -- Research, Human resource management -- Research, Business, Business, international
Abstract

The results of a survey of 41 US third-party logistics providers examining their practices for hiring entry-level managers are presented.

Published
2001

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