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The impact on urban distribution operations of upstream supply chain constraints.
- Source :
- International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management; 2011, Vol. 41 Issue 9, p896-912, 17p
- Publication Year :
- 2011
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Abstract
- Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to investigate and quantify the impact of delivery restrictions on costs and environmental performance for a distribution operation. Design/methodology/approach – Data were gathered from a company and several scenarios with varying delivery restrictions were investigated. Findings – The results show significant reductions in cost and environmental impacts are achieved when restrictions are relaxed. However, the research also highlighted the importance of adopting a supply chain (SC) approach to the removal of restrictions and the need for public/private sector cooperation. Research limitations/implications – The case study is based on one company only. However, the company performs many trips each day to many different customers. Practical implications – The paper provides insight into the scope for change in the SC decision-making processes in order to reduce environmental impacts (and identifies limitations). Originality/value – The paper is a contribution to better understanding the importance of logistics decisions and not only transport when considering urban freight problems. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 09600035
- Volume :
- 41
- Issue :
- 9
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 66827531
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1108/09600031111175843