Value chain

About: Value chain is a research topic. Over the lifetime, 7206 publications have been published within this topic receiving 224183 citations.

Integration of web-based and RFID technology in visualizing logistics operations - A case study

Abstract: Purpose – To provide a new generic model equipped with a “process visualizing” feature by capturing RFID logistics data to represent different logistics processes' status, and sharing them through web‐based technology to supply chain parties.Design/methodology/approach – In order to provide logistics service companies an effective way to manage their logistics processes and help both the up and down stream supply chain parties maximize their activities linkage within the value chain, the proposed system integrates radio frequency identification (RFID) and IT applications to optimize information flow in a supply chain. In doing so, the objective of visualizing logistics process is achieved.Findings – It is found that the proposed model enhanced the performance of third party logistics providers and their supply chain partners in three main areas. They include a significant reduction in inventory level, a substantial drop in the chance of out‐of‐stock and, a significant improvement in the efficiency of deli...

Role of logistics in enhancing competitive advantage

Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to describe the issues, tradeoffs, and models relating to two important sets of problems that arise in supply chain management – complexities in extended supply chains and network coordination in globally dispersed supply chains. This paper highlights the role of logistics in enhancing the competitiveness of firms that operate a global supply chain.Design/methodology/approach – The methodology used in this paper encompasses conceptual research and detailed literature review of key issues.Findings – This review indicates that the key challenges faced by supply chain managers due to extended supply chains are non‐stationary demand, variability propagation, and inventory imbalances. For network coordination managers must determine the role of facilities in a global network, identify the optimal location and capacity of facilities as well as role of consolidation hubs. For the above challenges, the tradeoffs in terms of four key drivers of supply chain performance – tran...

A general framework of supply chain contract models

Abstract: A supply chain is two or more parties linked by a flow of goods, information, and funds When one or more parties of the supply chain try to optimize their own profits, system performance may be hurt Supply chain contract is a coordination mechanism that provides incentives to all of its members so that the decentralized supply chain behaves nearly or exactly the same as the integrated one We have seen a vast literature on supply chain contracts recently However, little work has been done on the relationships of those supply chain contract models In this paper, we provide a general framework that synthesizes existing results for a variety of supply chain contract forms

Annex 1. Vol. 2 of Growing Africa: Unlocking the potential of agribusiness

Abstract: This report highlights the great potential of the agribusiness sector in Africa by drawing on experience in Africa as well as other regions The evidence demonstrates that good policies, a conducive business environment, and strategic support from governments can help agribusiness reach its potential Africa is now at a crossroads, from which it can take concrete steps to realize its potential or continue to lose competitiveness, missing a major opportunity for increased growth, employment, and food security The report pursues several lines of analysis First, it synthesizes the large body of work on agriculture and agribusiness in Africa Second, it builds on a diagnosis of specific value chains As part of this effort, the value chain for Africa's largest and fastest-growing food import, rice, is benchmarked in Senegal and Ghana against Thailand's rice value chain Third, 170 agribusiness investments by the Commonwealth Development Corporation (CDC) in Africa and Southeast Asia are analyzed to gain perspective on the elements of success and failure Fourth, the report synthesizes perspectives from the private sector through interviews with 23 leading agribusiness investors and a number of other key informants In conclusion, the report offers practical policy advice based on the experience of countries from within and outside Africa The huge diversity of Africa's agro-ecological, market, and business environments, however, necessarily means that each country (and indeed regions within countries) will need to adapt the broad guidance provided here to the local context Annex 1, concerning the rice value chain, was authored by John Orchard, Tim Chancellor, Roy Denton, Amadou Abdoulaye Fall, and Peter Jaeger Annex 2, containing interviews with 23 leading agribusiness players in Africa, was authored by Peter White

Assessing the drivers of change for cross‐border supply chains

Abstract: Purpose – This paper aims to systematically document drivers of change and the implications they will have on international supply chain management in the coming two decades.Design/methodology/approach – This study was commissioned by the World Customs Organization (WCO) at the end of June 2006. Because of increased trade volumes, emerging complex supply networks and heightened security concerns, the WCO saw the need to assess future trends and drivers in supply chain management. The Delphi method was applied to identify a set of foreseeable drivers of change and to assess their predicted impact on global supply chain management in the coming ten to 20 years. Based on a literature review of 150 recent publications and interviews among 33 industry, academic and customs experts, a survey was designed and conducted to collect current and potential change drivers in global supply chains. These drivers were compiled and prioritized by an eclectic team of 12 specialists.Findings – The main results of the study ...