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Brekalo, Lisa and Albers, Sascha ORCID: 0000-0001-6533-7550 (2016). Effective logistics alliance design and management. Int. J. Phys. Distrib. Logist. Manag., 46 (2). S. 212 - 241. BINGLEY: EMERALD GROUP PUBLISHING LTD. ISSN 1758-664X

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Abstract

Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to argue that the productive analyses of logistics alliances in the literature have led to a multitude of heterogeneous contributions. These should be consolidated and systematized in order to synthesize the existing findings in a meaningful way and guide future research for effective design and management; and improve logistics alliance performance in practice. Design/methodology/approach - The authors use a systematic literature review to screen and consolidate current knowledge on effective design and management of logistics alliances. Findings - This paper categorizes the logistics literature on vertical and horizontal alliances into four key areas in order to systematically consolidate key performance factors, their sub-constructs and performance effects to identify implications for both research and practice. Research limitations/implications - Within the research agenda, the authors develop concrete research opportunities in four areas: horizontal logistics alliances; vertical logistics alliances; transfer of new research streams into the context of logistics alliances; and the incorporation of impediments and negative effects. Practical implications - By consolidating existing research results, the authors provide guidance for managers looking to establish or adapt logistics alliance structures and management systems. Originality/value - The consolidation of key performance impact factors on logistics alliances (both vertical and horizontal) provides a platform for further research. The developed agenda offers specific research opportunities to improve the understanding of logistics alliance performance.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Creators:	Creators Email ORCID ORCID Put Code Brekalo, Lisa UNSPECIFIED UNSPECIFIED UNSPECIFIED Albers, Sascha UNSPECIFIED orcid.org/0000-0001-6533-7550 UNSPECIFIED
URN:	urn:nbn:de:hbz:38-290314
DOI:	10.1108/IJPDLM-08-2014-0201
Journal or Publication Title:	Int. J. Phys. Distrib. Logist. Manag.
Volume:	46
Number:	2
Page Range:	S. 212 - 241
Date:	2016
Publisher:	EMERALD GROUP PUBLISHING LTD
Place of Publication:	BINGLEY
ISSN:	1758-664X
Language:	English
Faculty:	Unspecified
Divisions:	Unspecified
Subjects:	no entry
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Keywords Language HORIZONTAL COOPERATIONS; SERVICE PROVIDERS; SOCIALIZATION; PARTNERSHIPS; INTEGRATION; GOVERNANCE; IMPACT Multiple languages Management Multiple languages
Refereed:	Yes
URI:	http://kups.ub.uni-koeln.de/id/eprint/29031