Development Of Logistics Research Articles

Research on Intelligent Logistics Application based on Blockchain Technology

With the rapid development of information technology, intelligent logistics has become the development trend of modern logistics industry. As an innovative technology, b aerznm nzn lockchain technology has the characteristics of decentralization, data tamperability and high security, which provides new opportunities for the development of intelligent logistics. This paper first introduces the basic principles and characteristics of blockchain technology, and then analyzes the application scenarios of blockchain technology in intelligent logistics, including logistics tracking, supply chain management and so on. Then, it discusses the key technologies of building intelligent logistics platform based on blockchain technology, such as consensus mechanism. Finally, the advantages and challenges of intelligent logistics application based on blockchain technology are summarized, and the future development trend is prospected.

Path analysis of regional logistics and economy coordinated development: An fsQCA approach.

The coordinated development of regional logistics and the economy is crucial for regional economic progress and for reducing regional development disparities. This study applies regional coordinated development theory and coupling theory, utilizing the Coupling Coordination Degree Model (CCDM) to analyze data from 31 provinces and cities in China in 2021, with the analysis results serving as the outcome variable. Additionally, we use data from four dimensions: infrastructure investment (II), technological innovation (TI), industrial structure (IS), and human capital (HC), as the conditional variables, conducting a multi-factor configurational analysis using fsQCA. Three paths with high coupling coordination and one path with non-high coupling coordination are identified, and the reasons for each path are analyzed. The results indicate that: 1) there are significant regional disparities in China regarding economic development, logistics development, and the degree of their coupling and coordination, with the eastern regions exhibiting higher levels and the western regions and other remote areas exhibiting lower levels. 2) The three paths with high coupling coordination are: "Infrastructure Investment-Technological Innovation", "Technological Innovation-Industrial Structure-Human Capital", and "Infrastructure Investment-Fundamental Innovation-Industrial Structure". These three types facilitate the well-coordinated progress of regional logistics and the economy. The article concludes by highlighting policy suggestions that underscore the significance of fortifying the bond between the logistics industry and the economy, alongside earnest efforts to enhance regional logistics standards. This will foster a mutually reinforcing and co-developing situation, further promoting coordinated development among regions, achieving high-quality regional development, and reducing the imbalances in logistics and economic development among different regions.

북한지역 작전 시 지형적 난점을 고려한 군수지원 발전방향

Due to climate change, the temporal expansion of Rasputica is having a great influence on the operation of Army. The Korean military should analyze the possibility of occurrence of topographical difficulties in consideration of climate change on the Korean Peninsula. In this paper, the possibility of Rasputica occurrence was considered by comparing and analyzing the topographic and meteorological factors of Russia and Ukraine, and the Hwanghaebukdo and Pyongannamdo, and the direction of development of logistics support for the Korean military was discussed. The two regions are important areas of the Korean military in case of emergency, with wide plains and major cities located. As a result of the analysis, the area showed some similar characteristics to that of the Ukrainian region. Alluvial soil and deep mud soil are mainly formed on a wide plain, and drainage is insufficient, and if conditions such as a large amount of precipitation and temperature are satisfied, there is a possibility of causing Rasputica. The direction of overcoming topographic difficulties in terms of logistics support was considered by using railroads, roads, and water transportation.

Application of Intelligent Logistics System Based on AGV Robot in Medical Consumables Management

Medical consumables are expensive, with numerous specifications and large usage, and traditional manual management models have certain drawbacks. Building an intelligent logistics management system to improve management level. Using AGV robots to achieve functions such as outbound, inbound, and inventory in the primary warehouse, the original "person to goods" mode is transformed into "goods to person" mode. The intelligent logistics system based on AGV robots saves manpower, costs, reduces labor intensity, improves warehouse utilization, improves work efficiency. Hospital is a new field of intelligent logistics development, and intelligent logistics systems based on AGV robots have achieved good application results in hospitals, and improved the level of hospital intelligent management.

Project logistics: influential factors of transporting project cargo in the Balkan region

Purpose of the article – Abnormal cargo will create abnormal problems and those require exceptional logistics solutions. This study delves into the complexities and challenges of transporting project cargo, explicitly focusing on items with extraordinary dimensions, weights, and shapes. Despite its small volume in global cargo flow, project cargo presents significant operational risks and contributions, particularly in the logistics sector. The research concentrates on the Balkan Peninsula, aiming to unravel the critical factors influencing project cargo transport and highlighting the challenges faced by industry experts. Research methodology – Employing the Delphi method, initially developed for military applications and now prevalent in project management, the research seeks expert consensus on critical elements affecting project cargo logistics in the Balkans. This method facilitates the gathering and analysis of expert opinions to identify and address the core factors impacting project cargo transport. Findings – The study uncovers various critical factors and challenges in project cargo logistics within the Balkan region. It provides insights into risk minimization, deviation control, and effective achievement of logistical objectives. Practical implications – The research offers valuable perspectives for reducing risks and optimizing operations in project cargo transport. It also opens avenues for further research and development in the project logistics sector in the Balkans, contributing to enhanced efficiency and effectiveness. Originality/Value – This research contributes uniquely by focusing on the lesser-explored area of project cargo transport in the Balkans. Employing the Delphi method brings forward expert insights, thus enriching the academic and practical understanding of this specialized logistics sector.

Factor Analysis of Logistic Index Indicators

The specialists of the World Bank evaluate the logistics industry in the countries of the world with the LPI, or the logistics performance index. It analyzes the efficiency of the process, the quality of trade and transport-related infrastructure, the ease of arranging shipments at competitive prices, as well as the quality and competence of logistics services, the ability to track and qualify cargoes, the frequency of receiving cargoes within the planned limits or estimated delivery times. According to these components, the country's competitiveness is largely determined by the logistics system. Logistics potential is a system of components that characterizes the capabilities of the investigated object and can be used to justify strategic directions of development. Despite the certain subjectivity of the research, we think that by factor analysis of logistics index indicators, certain conclusions can be made and the main problems of logistics development in the country can be assessed. In the factor analysis, the method of chain insertion, deterministic functional connection (additive model) is used. Factor analysis revealed the factors that need further diagnosis in order to increase competitiveness. Keywords: logistics, index, indicators, factors, business.

Research on Supply Chain Management Countermeasures for Fresh Agricultural Products

Due to the rapid growth of China's economy and the popularization of the Internet, Online platforms are becoming increasingly popular for consumers to purchase products, online shopping platforms can provide consumers with a richer range of products and cheaper prices, and therefore favored by consumers. Fresh products, which are considered a special type of consumer goods, are subject to more restrictions on transportation and sales due to their characteristics, which solves the development dilemma of fresh products. In the face of this situation, this article mainly analyzes the problems of the cold chain logistics service system of fresh agricultural products in the context of e-commerce and puts forward the corresponding countermeasures on the basis of which, provides suggestions and guidelines for the development of the relevant logistics and fresh food industry, and then better promote the healthy and sustainable development of fresh agricultural products cold chain logistics under the background of e-commerce.

The Influence of Block-Chain Technology in Chinese Smart Logistics

Block-chain technology is an advanced database mechanism that allows information to be shared transparently within an enterprise network. The scale of Chinese logistics market is developing rapidly, whether it is e-commerce express delivery, cold chain transportation, international trade logistics and other fields, it is developing rapidly. Through an overview of block-chain and smart logistics, this paper discusses the feasibility and advantages of using block-chain in smart logistics. Including block-chain technology and the decentralization of smart logistics transaction subjects, efficient transaction mechanism, and transaction process security to discuss the important role of block-chain in smart logistics. At the same time, it analyzes the practical application of block-chain in SF Express, and analyzes the integration and development of block-chain and smart logistics. And at the end, it puts forward suggestions and prospects for the development of block-chain in smart logistics in the future.

Research on the Measurement of Low-Carbon Competitiveness of Regional Cold Chain Logistics Capacity Based on Triangular Fuzzy Evaluation Rating–Gray Correlation Analysis

Cold chain logistics is an industry that generates high levels of carbon emissions. In the context of a low-carbon economy, it is crucial to recognize the low-carbon competitiveness of regional cold chain logistics and to implement effective measures to guide the development and improvement of their low-carbon competitiveness. This is essential for transitioning the economic development model and promoting low-carbon economic growth. This article proposes a low-carbon competitiveness evaluation model known as the Triangular Fuzzy–Gray Correlation Evaluation Model. This model is based on the Triangular Fuzzy Theory and Gray System Theory. According to the calculated logistics low-carbon competitiveness index, a scatter plot is used to rank and classify the evaluation objects. This method utilizes triangular fuzzy numbers as evaluation levels and further expands upon them by introducing the concept of gray correlation in group decision making. By constructing relative closeness based on curve similarity, the improved method possesses a strong ability to capture information and objectivity compared to traditional models. The selected critical indicators cover four significant aspects: low-carbon environment, low-carbon flow service capability, energy consumption in cold chain logistics, and low-carbon energy transition. Empirical research is being conducted using relevant data from Henan in 2022. The measured results are divided into four levels of competition. Using the diamond model, this study analyzes the development of low-carbon cold chain logistics at different levels in each city and provides corresponding recommendations.

Low-Temperature Adaptive Single-Atom Iron Nanozymes against Viruses in the Cold Chain.

Outbreaks of viral infectious diseases, such as the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and influenza A virus (IAV), pose a great threat to human health. Viral spread is accelerated worldwide by the development of cold chain logistics; Therefore, an effective antiviral approach is required. In this study, it is aimed to develop a distinct antiviral strategy using nanozymes with low-temperature adaptability, suitable for cold chain logistics. Phosphorus (P) atoms are added to the remote counter position of Fe-N-C center to prepare FeN4P2-single-atom nanozymes (SAzymes), exhibiting lipid oxidase (OXD)-like activity at cold chain temperatures (-20, and 4°C). This feature enables FeN4P2-SAzymes to disrupt multiple enveloped viruses (human, swine, and avian coronaviruses, and H1-H11 subtypes of IAV) by catalyzing lipid peroxidation of the viral lipid envelope. Under the simulated conditions of cold chain logistics, FeN4P2-SAzymes are successfully applied as antiviral coatings on outer packaging and personal protective equipment; Therefore, FeN4P2-SAzymes with low-temperature adaptability and broad-spectrum antiviral properties may serve as key materials for developing specific antiviral approaches to interrupt viral transmission through the cold chain.

THE DEGREE OF IMPLEMENTATION OF SELECTED LOGISTICS ACTIVITIES ON FARMS

The aim of the research was to identify the degree of implementation of selected logistics activities on farms. The subject of the research were logistic activities (in the field of supply, sales, transport and storage) carried out on farms using the Agricultural Property Resource of the State Treasury located in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship. The research was conducted using a diagnostic survey method using a questionnaire. To the greatest extent, the respondents carried out activities related to the assessment of suppliers and recipients, optimized the transport of agricultural vehicles and machines, monitored fuel consumption and complied with technical inspections of means of transport, as well as applied procedures for the proper storage of materials. To a much lesser extent, the surveyed farms defined standards of relations with customers, categorized means of transport in terms of external and internal transport, and used energy-saving systems in warehouses. Determining the level of advancement of logistics processes against the background of opportunities resulting from technological and organizational progress may indicate the direction of the development of logistics strategies and profile the scope of economic consulting related to the development of logistics functions on farms. The development of logistics processes on farms will allow, among others, for easier integration with other links in the food chain.

Research on Feight Volume Prediction in Sichuan and Chongqing based on Multiple Regression and Exponential Smoothing Method

As the starting point of the national "One Belt One Road" development and the important economic belt of the Yangtze River in the central and western regions of the country, the Sichuan-Chongqing region is of great significance to study the influencing factors of its logistics. Freight volume is an important indicator for measuring the level of logistics development in a country or region. This article will use SPSS software to analyze the freight volume data of Sichuan-Chongqing region from 2005 to 2019, and use the quadratic exponential smoothing method to model. It is predicted that the freight volume of Sichuan-Chongqing region will continue to grow in the next five years, with a growth rate of approximately Is 5%. In 2024, the freight volume in Sichuan and Chongqing will reach 3.6 billion tons.

The impact of high-quality development of rural logistics on consumption: energy and healthcare consumption as an example

Introduction: The creation of infrastructure in rural areas is an essential guarantee for the economic development and in improving farmers’ living standards. As a critical link between urban and rural production and consumption, rural logistics is essential to maximize the efficiency of rural infrastructure investment.Methods: Based on the panel data of 31 provinces in China from 2011–2020, the study analyzes the impact of high-quality development of rural logistics on the enhancement of residents’ consumption in terms of scale and quality, using a fixed-effects model.Results: It suggest that this development promotes the growth of rural residents’ consumption and quality, with a noticeable regional heterogeneity. The most significant effect is observed in the eastern region. Further analysis shows that inland and less developed provinces of rural e-commerce stimulate residents’ consumption upgrade with the help of high-quality development of rural logistics at a level weaker than coastal provinces and developed provinces of rural e-commerce.Discussion: Consequently, it is recommended to boost the building of logistics infrastructure in rural areas and actively cultivate diversified rural logistics operators in the western and northeastern regions. The contribution of this study is to examine the impact of rural logistics on rural residents’ consumption from the perspective of infrastructure, further validating the role of infrastructure development in promoting economic growth.

Environmental sustainability and green logistics: Evidence from BRICS and Gulf countries by cross‐sectionally augmented autoregressive distributed lag (CS‐ARDL) approach

AbstractThe logistics sector plays a crucial role in supporting various aspects of the economy, making it an essential part of a nation's development. However, this sector also contributes to environmental pollution through various emissions. The adoption of environmentally friendly logistics practices presents a promising solution to mitigate adverse environmental impacts. This study aims to investigate the influence of economic growth, green innovation, foreign direct investment, transport emissions, renewable energy, and trade openness on green logistics in both Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa (BRICS) and Gulf countries from 1992 to 2020. This study used an advanced panel approach to obtain robust results, considering cross‐sectional dependency and slope heterogeneity. The cross‐sectionally augmented autoregressive distributed lag method was employed to analyze long and short‐run estimations. Our findings reveal that in Gulf countries, both transport emissions and foreign direct investment have a negative impact on green logistics. In the BRICS countries, economic growth, transport emissions, trade openness, renewable energy, and green innovation have a positive impact on green logistics. The study proposes several recommendations to improve logistics development in both groups of nations and promote sustainability. To achieve carbon neutrality, it is important to adopt green logistics, promote green investments, and support renewable energy, innovation, and sustainable growth.

Development of transport logistics in tourism

The purpose of the proposed article is a theoretical study of the current state and prospects for the development of transport logistics in Ukraine, determination of the list of factors and limitations that determine the specificity of logistics in tourism. The methodology is based on scientific and special research methods. Methods of analysis, synthesis, systematization, classification, generalization of economic and methodical literature, scientific publications were used. Scientific novely. Research on the development of theoretical and methodological foundations of international transport and, especially, automobile networks in the conditions of world globalization and the substantiation of practical recommendations and approaches for improving the logistics of international road transportation in tourism. Conclusions.. The article deals with important problems of transport logistics in tourism. An analysis of the real state of development of transport logistics in Ukraine and its place in tourism has been carried out. It was determined that the prospects for the development of the logistics services market in Ukraine directly depend on the state of the country’s economy. It has been proven that the use of logistic principles and techniques in the management of tourist firms makes it possible to significantly increase the profitability of the tourist business by reducing costs and increasing the level of logistical coordination of all tourist service operations. The complex of components of the tourist service includes means of accommodation and food for tourists, means of their transportation, software and excursion support, informational and financial services, etc.

FINANCIAL CHALLENGES AND THREATS OF CIRCULAR ECONOMY LOGISTICS

Introduction. The circular economy is an important component of sustainable development aimed at conserving resources and reducing waste. However, its successful implementation in the field of logistics faces a number of financial challenges and threats. The purpose of the article is to scientifically substantiate the role of circular economy logistics in the formation of effective resource management systems; identify financial problems and threats that can negatively affect the logistics of the circular economy, argue the economic benefits associated with the closed-loop economy, which contribute to the sustainability and efficiency of the use of resources. Results. The economic aspects related to the logistics of the circular economy are considered, the main financial challenges and threats that organizations may face during the transition to the business model of the closed cycle economy are systematized. A methodological approach to the study of financial challenges and threats is proposed, which involves 4 steps, and in particular: at the 1st stage of the study, the leader in the trade of processed raw materials – Germany is determined and the factors that determine the leadership of this country are characterized; at the next stage, possible financial threats that prevent the effective development of circular economy logistics are argued; at the third stage, the relationship between the level of reuse of materials and the exchange rate, interest rates, and inflation rates was investigated using the multiple regression method. On the basis of the results obtained at the first stage, the companies that carry out their activities in the field of circular economy logistics are singled out. Conclusions. The financial challenges and threats discussed provide a basic platform for developing financial management strategies that support the transition to a circular economy in logistics and contribute to achieving sustainable development. Prospects. Prospects for the development of circular economy logistics have significant potential for improving sustainability and efficiency in resource management. This approach offers a transition from the traditional “emission-use” model to a “use-use” model, where waste becomes raw material for new products or processes.

Research on Development Environment, Problems and Countermeasures of Cold Chain Logistics

As the demand for fresh food products among Chinese residents grows rapidly, the development of cold chain logistics has ushered in a “golden age.” Using PEST analysis tool, this paper comprehensively analyzes the development environment of cold chain logistics in China from the four dimensions of politics, economy, society and technology, analyzes the outstanding problems existing in the development of cold chain logistics in infrastructure, standard system and information construction, and puts forward countermeasures and suggestions to promote the high-quality development of cold chain logistics from three aspects: strengthening the guidance of infrastructure, standard guarantee and technology empowerment.

The nexus between logistics competitiveness, logistics carbon emission efficiency and industrial structure upgrading: Evidence from China

The rapid development of the logistics industry has made considerable contributions to China’s industrial transformation and economy soaring. However, the improvement of logistics competitiveness often leads to high carbon emissions. Understanding the dynamic relationship between logistics competitiveness, logistics carbon emission efficiency, and industrial structure upgrading is of great significance for promoting the high-quality development of regional logistics under the context of the carbon-neutrality target. This study employed the panel vector autoregression (PVAR) model to analyse the relationship between logistics competitiveness, logistics carbon emission efficiency, and industrial structure upgrading based on the data from 30 provincial – regions in China for the period of 2007–2021. Meanwhile, the impulse response function was used to reflect the dynamic relationship between the variables of the model, and using variance decomposition to display the percentage change of one variable affected by another variable. The results show that there are self-adjustment effects in logistics competitiveness, logistics carbon emission efficiency, and industrial structure upgrading. Besides, a U-shaped effect is observed from the effect of logistics competitiveness on logistics carbon emission efficiency. It shows a negative impact in the short term and a positive impact in the long term. And it is the same as the effect of logistics carbon emission efficiency on logistics competitiveness, indicating the existence of the time-lag effect. Moreover, upgrading industrial structures has a positive promoting effect on both logistics carbon emission efficiency and logistics competitiveness. Thus, this research provides a unique perspective by exploring how to improve the development of the logistics industry by discussing the nexus between logistics competitiveness, logistics carbon emission efficiency, and industrial structure upgrading.

РОЗВИТОК ЕЛЕКТРОННОЇ КОМЕРЦІЇ ТА ЇЇ ВПЛИВ НА ВІТЧИЗНЯНЕ ТА МІЖНАРОДНЕ БІЗНЕС-СЕРЕДОВИЩЕ

In the era of globalization and rapid development of information technologies, electronic commerce has become an integral part of the international economic system. Its dynamic growth over the past decades has had a significant impact on world trade, investment, consumer behavior, and the overall structure of the global economy. The development of e-commerce is also accompanied by a number of problems in the international business environment (the need for legal regulation of the e-commerce sphere; personal data protection and cyber security; development of logistics and infrastructure; the impact of e-commerce on employment and the labor market; imperfect competition). The article examines the conceptual foundations of electronic commerce through the prism of advantages and challenges in the international business environment and domestic practice. The article examines the factors that stimulate the development of electronic international trade (global presence; round-the-clock work; a wide range; equal opportunities for all participants in the eCommerce market; access to financing), the peculiarities of the activities of eCommerce participants in the international business environment. The eCommerce market significantly affects international trade by changing its volume, structure, competitive environment, employment and consumer behavior. In addition, access to the world market for small and medium-sized enterprises becomes more accessible. ECommerce makes consumers more informed and demanding. E-commerce not only has the potential to significantly increase the volume of international business, but it is also a breeding ground for cybercrime. The article examines the e-commerce sector in Ukraine, its volumes (including forecasts) and structure; as well as outlined promising trends in the development of the domestic and international eCommerce market (increasing the volume of mobile commerce; development of social commerce – selling goods and services through social networks; personalization – the use of artificial intelligence to personalize offers for buyers; voice shopping – the use of voice assistants for making purchases; omnichannel experience – a combination of online and offline sales channels to create a seamless access for customers).

Evaluation of Logistic Concepts for Flexible and Automated Electrode Production

Several production steps characterize the manufacturing process of electrode materials for battery cells. Due to new technological developments in logistics, the process steps can be connected differently having an impact on the flexibility of the production. For example, the material flow can be adjusted more difficult by linking the plants with fixed conveyor belts. Reducing personnel in clean and dry rooms is essential for rising economic efficiency. This results in new requirements and challenges for logistic planning. This work shows a concept for designing and evaluating intralogistics processes in the tension between flexibility, automation, and economic efficiency.