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E-Supply Chain Logistics Systems

Logistics: the weak link in the supply chain

Logistics companies are failing to meet the demands of e-business. Hans-Georg Scheibe of consultancy ROI argues that e-business must work with the realities of delivery.

The implementation of the e-supply-chain idea within Europe is a hot management topic. But the reality is that many of the new requirements that have emerged from this idea cannot be fulfilled by third-party logistics companies.

The more that e-technologies are used for business transactions, the more it becomes apparent that the required logistics, which should ensure the smooth physical transaction of electronically supported business processes, are inadequate.

Challenge

To manage the challenge of logistics, companies rely increasingly on third-party logistics companies operating internationally.

European stock markets also have recognised the value of the logistics sector. An increase in business for third-party logistics companies is forecasted in the sector of e-business.

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