International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management: Volume 38 Issue 3

Cost modeling in logistics using time‐driven ABC: Experiences from a wholesaler

Patricia Everaert, Werner Bruggeman, Gerrit Sarens, Steven R. Anderson, Yves Levant

The purpose of this paper is to describe the experiences of a wholesaler with time‐driven activity‐based costing (TDABC). Three research questions are addressed: How are complex…

Global supply chain risk management strategies

Ila Manuj, John T. Mentzer

Global supply chains are more risky than domestic supply chains due to numerous links interconnecting a wide network of firms. These links are prone to disruptions, bankruptcies…

How procurement managers view low cost countries and geographies: A perceptual mapping approach

Joseph R. Carter, Arnold Maltz, Tingting Yan, Elliot Maltz

There is good evidence that the shift in global sourcing is toward so‐called “low cost country suppliers.” Yet conditions in these countries are often not well‐known. At the same…

Hidden effects of variable order review intervals in inventory control

Matthew A. Waller, Brent D. Williams, Cuneyt Eroglu

Whereas inventory theory traditionally assumes the periodic review inventory model (R, T), with an order‐up‐to level R, has a random demand and lead time coupled with a…