International Freight Forwarders Research Articles

Znaczenie opakowan w pracy spedytora miedzynarodowego

Znaczenie opakowan w pracy spedytora miedzynarodowego

Building of the Credit Evaluation System for the International Freight Forwarding Enterprises--Case of Yiwu

Building of the Credit Evaluation System for the International Freight Forwarding Enterprises--Case of Yiwu

INVESTIGATING CRITICAL FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE SHIPPERS' AND INTERNATIONAL FREIGHT FORWARDERS' PREFERENCES IN CARRIER SELECTION USING INTEGRATED HIERARCHICAL INFORMATION INTEGRATION APPROACH

This study adopts an integrated hierarchical information integration (HII) approach to collect the preference data from Taiwanese shippers and international freight forwarders (IFFs) of ocean carriers. In total, data from 345 shippers and 245 freight forwarders were included in the sample for analysis. The study then uses multiple linear regression models to investigate the critical factors that influence the preferences in carrier selection among shippers and IFFs. Through model estimations and part-worth utility analyses, this paper suggests that the critical factors of concern to shippers and IFFs are obviously different. Shippers place much importance on factors related to financial stability, reliability, and accuracy of documents. In contrast, IFFs place more emphasis on rates, including negotiate rates and transportation rates, as well as reputation, space available, and on-time performance. This study also highlights that shippers are more likely to consider a carrier according to its overall performance, while IFFs only value a few of critical factors when choosing a carrier.

Globalization Strategies of Korean International Logistics Firms for Entering into Chinese Logistics Market

The puipose of this study is to analyze the present situation and problems that Korean international freight forwarders are facing and to present...

Fostering On-Line Communities of Practice through a New Educational Program for International Freight Forwarders in Australia

Fostering On-Line Communities of Practice through a New Educational Program for International Freight Forwarders in Australia

An analysis of gaps in performance among development stages of integration in SCM

This research empirically analyzes gaps in performance among development stages of integration in supply chain management (SCM). The used variables are integration such as internal and external and performance such as cost and service. The population is international freight forwarders in the Republic of Korea and the sample frame is the membership list of the Korean International Freight Forwarders Association. The used methodology in this research is various: Cronbach’s alpha, factor analysis, cluster analysis, analysis of variance and post hoc analysis. It is important to ascertain the position in which they are included and the position is concerned with internal integration and external integration because the aim of this research is to ascertain where the forwarders are in development stages of integration. According to prior research, development stages of integration are regarded as the flow from internal to external. However, this research suggests that development stages of integration do not explain the flow of the stages but explain the strategic choice concerned with their current decision-making.

An analysis of gaps in performance among development stages of integration in SCM

This research empirically analyzes gaps in performance among development stages of integration in supply chain management (SCM). The used variables are integration such as internal and external and performance such as cost and service. The population is international freight forwarders in the Republic of Korea and the sample frame is the membership list of the Korean International Freight Forwarders Association. The used methodology in this research is various: Cronbach’s alpha, factor analysis, cluster analysis, analysis of variance and post hoc analysis. It is important to ascertain the position in which they are included and the position is concerned with internal integration and external integration because the aim of this research is to ascertain where the forwarders are in development stages of integration. According to prior research, development stages of integration are regarded as the flow from internal to external. However, this research suggests that development stages of integration do not explain the flow of the stages but explain the strategic choice concerned with their current decision-making.

A Study on the Globalization of International Freight Forwarder in Korea

A Study on the Globalization of International Freight Forwarder in Korea

A Study on the Factors of Choosing the Liner Shipping Companies Using AHP Method by International Freight Forwarder

A Study on the Factors of Choosing the Liner Shipping Companies Using AHP Method by International Freight Forwarder

Analisis Perumusan Strategi Bisnis pada PT Samudera Nusantara Logistindo

PT Samudra Nusantara Logistindo (PT SNL) is a company engaged in international cargo transportation services (international freight forwarder). Purpose of this study is to analyze the internal and external conditions and formulating business strategy and in order to gain competitive advantage for companies. The research method used in this research is a qualitative descriptive method research types such as of case studies. We have used Data Collection Techniques using interviews, surveys and questionnaires provided by the relevant parties in the company. These obtained data has been analyzed using a matrix IFE, EFE, CPM, TOWS, IE, SPACE, Grand Strategy and QSPM. The results of the IFE Matrix 2.885 and EFE Matrix are 2.623. The Result of the following Matrixes TOWS, SPACE, IE, Grand Strategy alternatives that can be applied in the company will be market penetration and product development strategy. The final results of this study concluded that the recommendation or proposal of an appropriate business strategy for the company based on the results obtained through a matrix of data processing is QSPM Market development strategy are then followed by the product development.

Key Factors in Selecting an International Freight Forwarding Company

Due to globalization, the number of companies operating overseas is constantly expanding along with the organizations offering the capability to deal with the complexities inherent in international trade. Since international freight forwarders (IFF) are considered the main logistic mediator in international trade, selecting an IFF is a significant element in a company's success overseas.

An Empirical Study on Impact of Service Orientation upon Business Performance in International Logistics Firm― Primarily on International Freight Forwarders ―

An Empirical Study on Impact of Service Orientation upon Business Performance in International Logistics Firm― Primarily on International Freight Forwarders ―

국제물류기업의 서비스지향성이 경영성과에 미치는 영향에 관한 실증연구 - 복합운송주선업을 중심(中心) 으로 -

본 연구의 목적은 국제물류서비스 제공자인 복합운송주선업체와 그 수요자인 화주간의 관계에서 복합운송주선업체의 서비스지향성과 종업원만족, 경영성과간의 구조적인 관계를 검정하고자 하는 것이다. 연구목적을 효과적으로 달성하기 위하여 문헌연구와 함께 복합운송주선업체를 대상으로 한 설문조사를 통한 실증분석을 병행하였다. 연구결과 복합운송주선업체의 서비스지향성은 종업원만족에 긍정적인 영향을 미치며, 종업원만족은 기업의 재무적 성과에 영향을 미치는 것으로 분석되었다. This study aims to verify the structural relationship among service orientation, employees' satisfaction and business performance primarily on the International Freight Forwarders. For carrying out the study, literature survey relating to service orientation, satisfaction and performance along with empirical analysis was carried out. Results of analyses were found to be as follows: first, International Freight Forwarder's service orientation has had influence on employees' satisfaction second, employees' satisfaction in the freight forwarding companies has had influence on financial performance.

On the diversification of international freight forwarders

Purpose – This paper examines the diversification of services and activities by freight forwarders in the UK. Following similar studies conducted in the USA, the paper analyses the trends towards service and revenue diversification that has been observed in this sector.Design/methodology/approach – The study is based on a survey of 100 UK‐based freight forwarders‐based and empirically tests the firms' respective revenue generation structures, as well as the range of services offered. The survey is complemented by semi‐structured interviews at a further four companies in order to provide additional contextual explanations of the empirical findings.Findings – The results show that diversification appears to be closely related to both company size and a diversified asset base. The motivation for diversification stems mainly from a perceived erosion of the traditional freight forwarding revenue streams, as companies are seeking higher profit margins outside their traditional core business, while addressing th...

European International Freight Forwarders

This case study is about information systems in one of the largest freight forwarding companies in Europe, here named Spedition Chur AG (SCA)1. With a long tradition of computers, data processing, and information systems on a global level, SCA has used information technology extensively since the 1960s. Over the years, their systems have become a truly strategic resource; many of the services SCA offers today are based solely on information management — the physical side of the transport business has taken a back seat and is often outsourced. The problems and issues SCA is dealing with now are the dichotomy of its IT strategy: how to coordinate a stringently standardized core of systems with its critically important but highly individualized system-to-system interfaces with its key customers. Furthermore, the rapid change in technology and the very wide range and reach of its operations now means that the global implementation of new information systems often cannot be completed before the technologies underlying them have become obsolescent. The case describes the development of the systems that underlie the business success and sets out the governance and management structures that make this possible.

Postcard Prenotification in Industrial Surveys: Further Evidence

While mail surveys continue to be a widely used research technique, relatively little empirical research exists that assesses their effectiveness among industrial (commercial) organizations. To address this literature void, the present paper reports the findings from a mail survey of international freight forwarders. More specifically, this paper investigates the influence of postcard prenotification with respect to response rates, response speed, response quality, response bias, and response cost effectiveness. The paper also discusses implications of the results and offers suggestions for further research.

Profiling international freight forwarders: an update

Provides results from a recent empirical study of US‐based international freight forwarders (IFFs). Compares IFF demographics with those from previous empirical research and finds that the IFF industry is still dominated by small companies and that IFFs continue to diversify their revenue bases. Presents information concerning contemporary issues affecting the forwarding industry and finds that IFFs generally view the Internet as a complement to, rather than a substitute for, EDI.

EDI benefits and barriers

Summarizes previous logistics research into the benefits of, and barriers to, electronic data interchange (EDI). Argues that information management in general, and EDI in particular, is vitally important for today’s international freight forwarder. Presents the findings from empirical studies of international freight forwarders and customers of international freight forwarders with respect to EDI benefits and barriers. Suggests that numerous opportunities exist for further research into EDI benefits and barriers across various logistics constituencies.

Revisiting logistical friendliness: perspectives of international freight forwarders

Logistical friendliness (unfriendliness) refers to the ease (difficulty) of arranging international freight operations to/from a particular country. The present paper builds upon previous research by 1) examininglogistical friendliness and unfriendliness as two different constructs (rather than as opposite ends of the same continuum), and 2) linking the delineation of logistically friendly and unfriendly countries with the reasons for friendliness (unfriendliness). The study results could be quite valuable with corporate decisions as to which countries to do business in, as well as with the appropriate organizational strategies for entering the chosen countries.

Unification of the Law of International Freight Forwarding

Journal Article Unification of the Law of International Freight Forwarding Get access Jan Ramberg Jan Ramberg Search for other works by this author on: Oxford Academic Google Scholar Uniform Law Review, Volume 3, Issue 1, January 1998, Pages 5–13, https://doi.org/10.1093/ulr/3.1.5 Published: 01 January 1998