International Journal of Logistics Management
Scope & Guideline
Empowering Innovations in Supply Chain Management
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Sustainability in Supply Chains:
The journal emphasizes the integration of sustainable practices within supply chains, exploring how logistics can contribute to environmental goals and corporate social responsibility. - Digital Transformation and Technology Integration:
Research on the impact of digital technologies, including AI, blockchain, and IoT, on supply chain performance and resilience is a core focus, highlighting how businesses can leverage these technologies for competitive advantage. - Supply Chain Resilience and Risk Management:
The journal frequently addresses the strategies and frameworks for enhancing supply chain resilience, especially in the face of disruptions like pandemics or natural disasters. - Collaboration and Network Dynamics:
Investigations into inter-organizational relationships, collaborative practices, and governance mechanisms within supply chains are prominent, reflecting the need for synergy among supply chain partners. - Emerging Markets and Global Supply Chains:
A significant portion of the research highlights the unique challenges and opportunities faced by supply chains in emerging economies, providing insights into local practices and global integration. - Agility and Flexibility in Supply Chain Operations:
The journal explores how supply chains can adapt to changing market conditions and consumer demands through agile practices and flexible operational strategies. - Human Factors in Supply Chain Management:
Research on the implications of human behavior, leadership, and organizational culture within supply chains is gaining traction, emphasizing the role of people in logistics effectiveness.
Trending and Emerging
- Sustainable Practices and Circular Economy:
Research focusing on sustainability and the circular economy is on the rise, with increasing scrutiny on how logistics can facilitate environmental stewardship and resource efficiency. - Digital Supply Chain Innovations:
There is a growing emphasis on the role of digital technologies such as AI, blockchain, and big data analytics in transforming supply chain operations and improving decision-making. - Social Responsibility and Inclusivity:
Emerging themes around social sustainability, including gender equality and inclusivity in supply chain practices, are gaining traction, reflecting broader societal concerns. - Resilience in Supply Chains Post-COVID-19:
The COVID-19 pandemic has catalyzed research into resilience strategies, with a focus on how supply chains can better prepare for and respond to global disruptions. - Integration of Logistics and Supply Chain Functions:
An increasing number of studies are exploring the integration of logistics with other business functions (e.g., marketing, finance) to enhance overall performance and responsiveness. - Consumer-Centric Supply Chain Models:
There is a notable shift towards understanding consumer behavior and preferences, driving research on how logistics can be tailored to meet evolving customer demands. - Collaboration and Partnerships in Supply Chains:
Research on collaborative frameworks and partnerships among supply chain stakeholders is gaining momentum, as companies seek to enhance efficiency and innovation through collective efforts.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Logistics Models:
Research centered on conventional logistics models and practices is declining as the field increasingly embraces innovative and technology-driven approaches. - Single-Industry Focus:
There has been a noticeable reduction in papers that focus solely on logistics within a single industry context, as interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral studies gain more relevance. - Cost-Cutting Strategies:
The emphasis on logistics and supply chain strategies aimed primarily at cost reduction is waning, with a growing preference for value creation and sustainability-oriented approaches. - Static Analysis of Supply Chain Structures:
Static analyses that do not consider dynamic factors influencing supply chains are becoming less common, as researchers favor more adaptable and real-time frameworks. - Overemphasis on Theoretical Constructs without Empirical Evidence:
The journal is moving away from purely theoretical studies without practical implications, favoring research that provides actionable insights and empirical validation.
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