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E-ISSN : 2288-2766
Studies on Total Logistics Management in Physical Distribution Process.
Abstract
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine total logistics concept performed by 3rd party logistics, managing with 4th party logistics to achieve more efficient and systematic dealing with sub functions of physical distribution process. Research design, data, and methodology – The research method to be adopted is first to review 3th party logistics providers that has attracted to various functions of 4PL be studied in details, and then total logistics concept to be investigated which is related to 3 PL and 4 PL. Results – To apply to total logistics concept implemented by 3PL, management technique should be widen, then 3 PL’s service activities and area should extend. Especially between the company and external organizations among collaboration effects, it is possible to collaborate with some commitments in terms of their own independent activities, carrying on inherent functions by both 3PL and 4PL, looking for total logistics concept. Conclusions – More areas of logistics service has been required by clients in the field, and service activities available is strongly related to roles of 3th party logistics providers as main player in logistics market. However, total logistics management is could be implemented by 3PL combining with various functions of logistics service offered by 4th logistics provider.
- keywords
- 3th party Logistics, 4th party Logistics, total logistics management, logistics provider, outsourcing
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