Domestic Logistics Research Articles

Development of the logistics potential of railway transport

An analysis of freight transport statistics over the past 10 years shows sensitivity to political influences from almost all modes of transport to one degree or another, including rail. At the same time, the participation of rail transport in the total volume of freight traffic in recent years can be estimated at 17–18 %. In recent years, there has been a trend towards an increase in the railway transportation sector in the total volume of freight. In order to ensure the technological sovereignty of the Russian Federation, it is necessary to take a number of technical, organizational and managerial decisions to offset the negative consequences. The development of domestic logistics potential involves the development of international transport corridors that will connect the macroeconomic regions of the north, south, east and west. This will certainly have an impact on the global economy as a whole. Therefore, the main task is to develop effective interaction between participants in transport processes both on related modes of transport, as well as the largest representatives of the operator and logistics business, cargo-forming enterprises. In this regard, the current situation has been analyzed using a tool to identify competitive advantages in the domestic market and in conditions of global competition.

Prospects for the development of national logistics under sanctions

The article examines the theoretical background and practical experience of creating a logistics startup in the context of the national logistics infrastructure. The purpose of this scientific article is to develop a system of recommendations for implementing a logistics startup in conditions of economic turbulence. The relevance of the stated topic is due to the fact that due to international instability of economic relations, a significant part of the logistics export and import channels have collapsed, which requires entrepreneurial initiative to create new supply channels taking into account current foreign economic realities. At the same time, in the current conditions, the problems of the Russian logistics system related to its lack of self–sufficiency and the presence of certain links, the existence of which is necessary to ensure its integrity, have become urgent. In particular, these links are represented by structures providing container transportation, structures authorized to carry out international insurance and technology companies used in organizing navigation and dispatch processes. The high probability that Russia will be cut off from global logistics processes for a long time indicates that there are unfilled niches in the country for the creation of domestic logistics start–ups, which requires the implementation of logistics start–ups on conditions other than standard market ones.

КОНЦЕПЦИЯ ESG В БРЕНДИНГЕ ЛОГИСТИЧЕСКИХ КОМПАНИЙ

The article discusses the main approaches to the implementation of branding using the basic principles of the ESG concept. The largest international and domestic logistics companies that have taken into account the modern agenda in the field of sustainable development are analyzed. Recommenda-tions are given on how to evaluate the effec-tiveness of the ESG concept in the branding of logistics companies.

Analysis of the Operational Efficiency Measurement of Domestic Logistics Enterprises Against the Background of a Low-Carbon Economy

As an indispensable link between low-carbon economic activities, the green development of logistics enterprises determines their market competitiveness and industry development ability. In this paper, 80 domestic logistics enterprises identified in 2022 are selected as objects, and the three-stage data envelope analysis (DEA) method is used to construct the enterprise operation efficiency evaluation index system with the input-output data of 2017–2021. The results show that the overall operating efficiency of domestic logistics enterprises is not high. In 2017, the comprehensive technical efficiency and pure technical efficiency of effective companies reached their peaks, accounting for 22.5% and 35%, respectively. The scale efficiency of effective companies only accounted for 35%. The company's technology and management caliber are negatively impacted by external environmental conditions. There are redundancies in operating input and unreasonable allocations of operating resources. According to the analysis results, this paper puts forward some improvement suggestions for the sustainable development of domestic logistics enterprises from both the government and enterprises.

Стратегирование коммерциализации инноваций в условиях отечественной экономики данных

Professor A.G. Aganbegyan defines a new transport and logistics infrastructure as a key factor of economic growth, welfare, and transformation of Russia’s socio-economic system. This new infrastructure should include two-way highways, high-speed railways, regional airports, and major logistics centers in key transport hubs. Unfortunately, such projects have a very long payback cycle that may last up to 20–25 years. Moreover, the investments may be as high as 3 trillion rubles annually. As a result, transport and logistics suppliers alone cannot support such a large-scale initiative. Domestic logistics is currently going through all the stages from 1PL to 5PL, which places very high requirements on the multimodality of transport and logistics in physical infrastructure, software, and hardware. These processes encourage research cooperation between industries aimed at developing novel interoperable R&D solutions. Russian transport and logistics infrastructure depends heavily on the railway industry: its main operational task is to maintain passenger and cargo traffic, as well as to provide safety. Under the current sanctions, Russian railroads face the challenge of developing and scaling advanced scientific and technical reserves. Technological independence relies on end-to-end production technologies, e.g., artificial intelligence algorithms, digital twins, etc., which impose requirements on data interoperability. This article describes the potential that domestic railway enterprises have for improving commercialization of innovations and technology transfer. The authors used the theory of strategy and the methodology of strategizing developed by Professor V.L. Kvint to design several recommendations on how railroad companies may increase their economic motivation to overcome various barriers.

In-plant Logistics Issues and Methodologies Analysis: Case Study

In-plant logistics, unlike other dimensions of logistics, has not been adequately analysed in the literature and practices. Internal logistics, which can be defined as material transportation movements that occur in a closed area by nature, has a high impact on cost, quality and customer satisfaction in the relevant field. Lean logistics is the logistics dimension of lean production. Since logistics activities, like production activities, are ongoing activities, the improvements to be made will have a great impact. This study is presented to both contribute to the gap in the literature and offer solutions to problems related to domestic logistics with a lean perspective. In this study, the solutions offered by a logistics company with problems related to internal logistics and the solutions offered by the author from a lean logistics perspective are included comparatively at the end of the study.

Comparative Study on Domestic and International Criteria of Evacuation Route Designs for Improved Evacuation Safety in a Logistics Facility

This study aims to critically analyze the classification system used in domestic logistics facilities and assess local and international standards for designing evacuation routes. The goal is to identify safety issues in the evacuation processes of logistics facilities and suggest improvements for future logistics facility planning. This involved reviewing classification systems and evacuation route design standards for domestic and international logistics facilities, as well as analyzing building standards in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan. The results indicated the necessity for a differentiated assessment based on the risk levels, which were determined by the travel distance limit standard for evacuation routes and the separation distance to the direct exit. Furthermore, a review of enhancements was deemed essential due to the absence of standards for measuring walking distances and providing announcements about the final evacuation exit point. Specifically, in the context of mid-rise building design, there is a recognized need to refine standards such as in area restrictions and domestic guidelines, where sufficient supporting evidence is currently lacking.

물류산업 자원관리 및 운영기술 개발을 위한 추진전략 우선순위 도출 연구

Globally, the industrial structure is changing to respond to digital transformation and climate change, and the logistics industry is also experiencing unprecedented upheaval, away from the existing labor-intensive industry. Currently, 10 high-value-added convergence logistics and delivery infrastructure innovation technology development-related R&D projects are underway under the leadership of the convergence logistics group of the Korea Agency For Infrastructure Technology Advancement to change the status of the domestic logistics industry’s technology development from follower to first mover. However, in this study, a basic study on the priority of implementation strategies for the development of detailed technologies (policy) was conducted based on a survey of logistics experts in relation to the “logistics industry resource management and operation technology development” research project to be additionally carried out. The Importance-Performance Analysis (IPA) results of the average of importance and preparedness were placed in four quadrants to analyze the meaning of each sector’s alternatives, and the need to improve items related to the basic foundation such as private data opening, infrastructure construction, legal system improvement, and standardization was derived in the areas of concentration where the importance was high but the preparation was insufficient. However, this study has limitations such as the composition and method of survey respondents due to limited time and budget, so it is inevitable that research will be advanced through follow-up studies in the future.

Digitization of Macro-Logistics Systems in Ukraine

This article delves into the multifaceted realm of digitizing macrologistical systems, scrutinizing their nature, influencing factors, and emerging trends. It intricately explores how the integration of digital technologies empowers transport enterprises to deliver superior logistics services while concurrently curtailing costs. A comparative analysis meticulously dissects various facets of the macrologistical system, elucidating the interplay and correlation of its elements within the realms of commodity-money and contractual relationships. The study accentuates the pivotal role of the macro-logistics system in supply chain management.In scrutinizing Ukraine’s Logistics Performance Index scores vis-à-vis EU countries, the authors attribute the disparity to the enduring conflict. A notable European logistics market trend is identified: a surge in digitization investments by individual companies and the establishment of cohesive online platforms. The paper advocates for the integration of automation in transport logistics, particularly in the backdrop of a wartime economy.European standards for a contemporary transport management system are analyzed, culminating in the selection of the CargoClix logistics platform. The article expounds on the platform’s merits in adeptly digitizing the operations of transport and logistics enterprises, offering real-time tracking crucial for prompt responses amid wartime exigencies.The article concludes by substantiating findings with pertinent diagrams and tables. In essence, the digitization of macrologistical systems entails a holistic amalgamation of digital technologies, data analytics, and decision-making solutions for information management in logistics and supply chain operations. This transformative journey, leveraging technologies such as the Internet of Things, unmanned technologies, identification technologies, blockchain, big data, robotic systems, artificial intelligence, and neural networks, aspires to amplify efficiency, visibility, and coordination throughout the supply chain. This paradigm shift is pivotal for evaluating the efficacy of transport and logistics companies, determining their competitive stance in today’s market. Future research trajectories encompass formulating strategies for national companies operating in the domestic logistics market, identifying and implementing key competitive advantages, and devising measures and tools to ensure efficiency during wartime.

An investigation on logistics firms’ human resources qualifications in transition to Industry 4.0: An insight from Türkiye

Industrial revolutions provide great opportunities for emerging countries concerning their aims of playing in the leagues of developed countries. Yet, accomplishing such an aim is up to their firms’ adaptation to the new era. Human resources seem particularly important because Industry 4.0 is transforming job definitions. Although prior studies highlight this importance, they do not sufficiently amplify the gap between current and ideal human resources qualifications. This study aims to contribute by giving insights into the amount of this gap in emerging countries. We conduct qualitative research on domestic logistics firms in Türkiye for a better understanding of whether or not current human resources qualifications are sufficient and, if not, what kind of qualifications are needed and how they should be attained. Findings show that current human resource qualifications are insufficient for Industry 4.0. For the employees to adapt to this new era, firms should be first aware of these qualifications. Moreover, their processes should make these qualifications functional and useful. Besides, there is a need for training the current employees to equip them with the respective skills/competencies required in the new era. However, our findings reveal that training the existing human resources due to their poor educational background would be extremely costly for firms. Therefore, they expect government incentives and support. They also emphasize the significant role of universities that should be able to foresee new skills/qualifications in the future and update their curricula. Our results suggest that only governmental bodies’ leadership in incentivizing firms to train employees and coordinating university programs to align them with new industry needs could enable firms’ successful transition to Industry 4.0 by continuously supplying qualified human resources to the labor market.

Research on the application of cellular automata and improved BP neural network in road design of logistics park

With large-scale construction of the Logistics Parks, it has become an urgent problem to quantitatively analyze, evaluate and optimize the logistics park designing, which needs to be solved scientifically. At present, more of the domestic logistics park planning of a part of the qualitative analysis, the lack of quantitative and overall study, resulting in internal structure disjointed. Based on cellular automata theory, this paper presents a hybrid traffic flow model which is more suitable for the traffic characteristics of the logistics park, and analyzes the complexity of the collection and evacuation system in the logistics park, combined with BP neural network and its improved algorithm, the method of road design in Logistics Park is studied and the feasibility and validity of the model and algorithm are verified by an example. The train of thought is expected to provide for the planning and construction of the internal road in the logistics park.

물류기업 종사자의 셀프리더십이 SCM성과에 미치는 영향에 관한 연구

Purpose: The relationships among self-leadership, service orientation, organizational fairness, and SCM performance are investigated by conducting a study with workers at domestic logistics companies.
 Research design, data, and methodology: This research analyzes the relationships among the above variables based on 170 pieces of data. Validity was tested with confirmatory factor analysis, Path analysis of the hypothesis confirmed there is no problem with model fit because the criteria were met or similar values were shown.
 Results: The main results of this study show the importance of improving self-leadership in research focusing on service orientation and organizational fairness in SCM performance for logistics company workers.
 Conclusions: This study provides academic and practical implications by examining the effects of workers' SCM performance, self-leadership and service orientation, organizational fairness, and their effects on each other through empirical analysis focusing on the logistics industry. Service orientation and organizational fairness should be increased to improve SCM performance, and self-leadership of organizational members has a positive effect on service orientation and organizational fairness for logistics workers.

The Effect of financial performance and constraints on Plant and equipment investment: Focus on domestic logistics companies

The Effect of financial performance and constraints on Plant and equipment investment: Focus on domestic logistics companies

국제물류주선업의 혁신요인과 혁신이 성과에 미치는 영향

Due to changes in needs of customers, business environment, and technological developments, the scope of Freight Forwarder services has expanded with the increased complexity. Expanded service scop of freight forwarder plays key role in increasing customer satisfaction and loyalty by providing comprehensive logistics services from global supply chain management, value-added services, information and consulting. However, domestic companies are meeting with cutthroat competition for the price rather than improving the quality of services. Consequentially, competitiveness in the international arena is weakening by only focusing on a price war. Domestic logistics companies should break away from this hyper competition on price. Instead, concentrating on creating customer value to secure a competitive edge beyond the traditional role of transportation in the new economic market, and innovation would be essential. Regardless of high necessity for in-depth research on this, there are not many innovation studies on the domestic Freight Forwarder yet. In this study, Innovation type had been sorted into service and management. This division is focusing on the nature of logistics industry with seeing uncertainty of technology, the characteristics of CEOs, information system of the logistics, and personal traits as the factors which influencing to innovation in freight forwarding. Logistics performance was classified into efficiency and effectiveness, and corporate performance was measured as financial performance. Research result was proved that innovation factors have positive effects on both service and management revolutionization. Also on the efficiency and effectiveness of logistics. In addition, it was demonstrated that efficiency and effectiveness, which are logistics performance, have a positive effect on a company's financial performance.

Problems of marketing logistics and infrastructure in Ukraine under martial law: ways to solve them in the context of European integration

Purpose. The purpose of the article is to assess the level of development of logistics and infrastructure in the pre-war economy of Ukraine, to identify problems and peculiarities of its functioning during the martial law, as well as to formulate measures for its restoration and improvement in the context of European integration. Results. The logistics system of Ukraine in the years before the russian-Ukrainian war had a tendency to progressive development. This is evidenced by the positive dynamics of the national Logistics Performance Index. The most developed component of the domestic logistics system was the timeliness of cargo deliveries, and the least developed – the quality of trade and transport infrastructure. The hypothesis that during military operations on the territory of Ukraine, its logistics infrastructure underwent fundamental changes was confirmed. The most painful thing for the country is the destruction and damage of infrastructure and infrastructure connections. Analysis and consideration of these factors will allow logistics companies to adapt to changing, critical conditions and operate more efficiently. The phenomena and processes affecting Ukrainian logistics during martial law have been identified. Scientific novelty. The study identified factors that influenced the change in logistics services in Ukraine during the war within four groups: people, infrastructure, security, legislation. The authors proposed two groups of measures (short-term and long-term) that will resume Ukraine’s foreign trade activities, as well as improve logistics within the country in the context of its European integration. Practical value. The practical value of this study is that it can be used as a source and tool in the development of specific measures and programs for the development of the logistics infrastructure of Ukraine, in particular, the construction of new logistics routes and logistics centers.

Juridical Review of Delays and Loss of Goods Users of PT. Pos Indonesia Services

The objective of this research is to scrutinize the responsibilities and privileges of both the consumer, who is the sender of the goods and PT. Pos Indonesia, as specified in UUPK Articles 4 and 5, which establish consumer rights and obligations, as well as UUPK Articles 6 and 7, which delineate the rights and obligations of commercial actors. The research used is normative legal research using field data as a complement. Normative legal research methods are also called doctrinal legal research. Rights and Obligations of PT. Pos Indonesia and Consumer Service Users are guaranteed in Law Number 8 of 1999 concerning Consumer Protection Articles 4 to Article 7 and Law Number 38 of 2009 concerning PT. Pos Indonesia in Article 29 to Article 31 paragraph (1). The Post Office is responsible for the shipment from the time it is received until it is handed over to the intended recipient. Postal Law Number 38 of 2009 Article 31 concerning Postal Obligations in Compensation and Article 19 concerning the obligations of business actors both outlined how postal parties must compensate for losses for delays or damage to goods. Compensation, if deemed necessary, will be replaced within six working days of receiving the claim. The rules that apply to claims for compensation are in the Decision of the Directors of PT. Pos Indonesia (Persero) Regarding the First Amendment on the Decision of the Directors of PT. Pos Indonesia (Persero) Number KD.112/DIR5/1118 Concerning Compensation Guarantee for Courier Delivery and Domestic Logistics if there is a discrepancy between the goods sent and those received, then according to this decision, consumers can claim compensation from the Post Office

Management of international logistics support of enterprise activity

Introduction. The paper deals with the management of international logistics support of the enterprise. The paper examines key aspects of this process, including task setting, implementation stages, and participants in these complex logistics processes. The impact of globalization on international logistics operations was analyzed, as well as the specifics of international logistics, the impact of martial law on logistics. The results of the study can be useful for practicing managers who conduct business in an international context, as well as for scientists and students interested in a deep understanding of modern trends and challenges in the field of international logistics management. The purpose of the paper is to determinate the features of management of international logistics support of the enterprise. Results. In the modern globalized business environment, where companies operate in international markets, the management of international logistics becomes a determining factor for achieving a competitive advantage. International logistics activities are carried out in a very dynamic environment, so the state of the logistics system must be constantly monitored, analyzed and evaluated. The goal of improving the company's international logistics support is to increase the efficiency of logistics processes and improve the company's image on the market. International logistics support of the company's activities includes a set of measures and strategies aimed at organizing and optimizing the supply chain, warehouse and transport operations, inventory and infrastructure management, which allows to ensure the necessary quality of customer service and reduce costs. This paper is intended to reveal the key aspects of the management of international logistics support of the enterprise, including the setting of tasks, stages of implementation and participants of these complex logistics processes. Conclusion. International logistics differs from domestic logistics management due to unique challenges, such as choosing optimal international routes, customs procedures, managing currency risks and dealing with different cultural, linguistic and geographical factors. The specificity of international logistics arises as a result of the peculiarities of freight transportation, crossing borders, customs procedures and the diversity of transport systems. The main tasks of managing international logistics support, which are defined in the paper, include improving quality, eliminating dependence on one supplier, controlling international standards, protecting the stability of supplies, identifying risks and accounting for logistics costs.

The Analysis of Environmental Practices of Chinese Logistics Service Providers Based on the Avoid-Shift-Improve Framework

With the rapid development of the logistics industry, the environmental impact and environmental social responsibility of logistics service providers (LSP) are increasingly being considered by government policies and the public. The environmental management status of domestic logistics service providers and their actions need to be further analyzed. This paper takes domestic logistics service providers as the main body of research, based on the text information of a corporate social responsibility report, and uses the framework of Avoid-Shift-Improve (A-S-I) to make a structural analysis of the environmentally sustainable practices of enterprises in order to provide policy suggestions for improving the green development practices of the logistics industry from the micro perspective of enterprises.

냉동창고 건설공사 화재예방시스템 개선에 관한 연구

The domestic logistics environment must provide services in real time, regardless of time and place, due to increased delivery volume, increased logistics warehouse functions, increased delivery speed, increased low-temperature products, and the 4th Industrial Revolution. In order to survive in this logistics environment, logistics companies and others are pursuing profits on a large scale and short construction periods as business survival strategies, so the exposure of risks to logistics warehouse construction is very serious. Among them, more than 1,000 fire accidents with very serious disaster intensity have continued to occur over the past 10 years since 2010, and fire accidents have caused dozens of lives and property damage of tens of billions of won every year. The purpose of this study is to reveal the problems of the fire prevention system of the frozen warehouse construction work through case analysis and related laws and literature that occurred in the construction of the frozen warehouse among the logistics warehouses and to suggest ways to improve them.
 The research method was to investigate and analyze fire status, accident cases (centered on accidents at frozen warehouses in Icheon, Gyeonggi-do in 2008), theoretical consideration such as 4M techniques, and suggest ways to improve the fire prevention system.
 Fire prevention mechanisms of 4M refrigeration warehouse construction were investigated. Fire control by unqualified firemen, fire monitors, and lack of management by supervisors existed mechanically. The construction method of fire prevention was improved S.H.P(Safety Hold Point) operation, replacement of frozen warehouse insulation with semi-non-combustible urethane foam, introducing a mandatory fire prevention education system, strengthening emergency simulation training, and finally operating a one-out system for those who do not fulfill fire prevention guidelines.
 While conducting this study, it was an opportunity to examine the seriousness of fire accidents in frozen warehouse construction work, and I hope that the measures proposed through this study will help prevent fire in frozen warehouse construction work.

Развитие логистической транспортной системы России в условиях санкций

Purpose: To conduct a review critical analysis of the current state of the domestic logistics transport system of Russia under sanctions as of August 2023 using statistical data and visualization of their dynamics. Methods: Methods of statistical analysis, logistics, systems theory, visualization, system approach, statistical and analytical data from open sources on the Internet have been used. Results: It is shown that the sanctions policy transforms the approach to the management of transportation processes when logistics chains are broken. The analysis of data on volumes and directions of railway transportation in Russia is carried out, trends, prospects and bottlenecks in the work of logistics transport systems are noted. Practical significance: The impact of anti-Russian Western sanctions on the structure and organization of the railway transportation process is assessed. Conclusions are formulated, among which it is indicated that the sustainable development of domestic logistics transport systems is a guarantee of uninterrupted and seamless provision of commodity exchange processes in the country.