International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management: Volume 20 Issue 7
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JIT: Issues and Items for the Research Agenda
Nick OliverThis article reviews some of the key debates inthe area of just‐in‐time operation andimplementation, and identifies 13 research issues.These issues include: information systems…
Just‐in‐Time Concepts: Applicability to Logistics/Transportation
Patricia J. Daugherty, Michael S. SpencerSuccessful manufacturing applications of the Just‐in‐time(JIT) management philosophy have beenwell documented in the literature. Utilisation ofJIT techniques within manufacturing…
Segmentation of Markets Based on Customer Service
Arun Sharma, Douglas M. LambertCustomer service represents a significantopportunity for segmenting markets. This articlereviews the importance of customer service andthe conceptual issues associated with…
Psychic Stock: An Independent Variable Category of Inventory
Paul D. Larson, Robert A. DeMaraisThe supply‐side or demand‐servicing functions ofinventory are well‐known in the inventory,logistics, and retailing literature. However, thisliterature has yet to develop the…
IDV Inventory – A Question of Control
Paul AtkinsThe article reviews the practical problems ofapplying inventory control techniques withreference to IDV, a company in the beers, winesand spirits industry. Recommendations are…
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hybridEditors:
- Professor Ivan Russo
- Professor Shashank Rao