International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management: Volume 26 Issue 3

The elements of a successful logistics partnership

Karen Tate

Describes the elements of a successful logistics partnership. Looks at what can cause failure and questions whether the benefits of a logistics partnership are worth the effort…

Carrier involvement in buyer‐supplier strategic partnerships

Julie J. Gentry

Refers to the recent trend to utilize strategic alliances and partnerships for securing both goods and services. Additionally, the supply chain management concept is gaining more…

Airline industry strategic alliances: marketing and policy implications

L. Milton Glisson, William A. Cunningham, James R. Harris, Janet Di Lorenzo‐Aiss

Describes the increasing use of strategic alliances in the international market by US domestic airlines. Gives specific examples. Delineates the policy issues and alternatives…

Pitfalls in logistics partnerships

Kenneth B. Ackerman

Gives reasons why a logistics partnership may be doomed to fail and by so doing, shows ways in which to prevent the failure. Maintains there will always be a place for the…

Buyer observations of the US third‐party logistics market

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

Outsourcing of logistics has become a key element of corporate strategy in a growing number of firms. For a variety of reasons, the market for these services is expanding rapidly…

Formal versus informal contracts: achieving alliance success

Robert Frankel, Judith Schmitz Whipple, David J. Frayer

Observes that strategic alliances continue to be an important research and business focus. Many firms struggle with how to link alliance theory with actual practice. In…