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1. Logistics Investment Opportunities.

Author

Russell, Stephen Hays

Subjects
*LOGISTICS, *INVESTMENTS, *ECONOMICS, *RATE of return, *NET present value, *COST effectiveness
Abstract

Explores alternative approaches to an economic analysis of logistics investment opportunities. Definition of economic analysis; Time-value-of-money principle; Dimensions to an economic analysis using present value; Payback; Naive rate of return; Average return on investment; Internal rate of return; Net present value; Benefit and cost ratio.

Published
2003

2. Spotlight on Benefit-Cost Analysis.

Author

Coley, Nathaniel

Subjects
*COST effectiveness, *TRANSPORTATION agencies, *FEASIBILITY studies, *RATE of return, *FINANCE
Abstract

The article discusses the value of applying benefit cost-analysis (BCA) for transportation agencies. BCA can reportedly be used as an evaluation tool to assess the feasibility of the project and to determine which of the projects can give the best return-on-investment (ROI). The challenge in conducting BCA is how to find the right project to fit a limited funding. The six-step process include an evaluation of the problem, identification of alternatives, and forecasting performance.

Published
2012

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