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A game theory approach for solving the transshipment problem: a supply chain management strategy teaching tool
Authors: Reyes Pedro M. 
Published: July 2006

PurposeTo describe how the well‐known Shapley Value concept from cooperative game theory can be used as an approach to solve the transshipment problem.Design/methodology/approachThis paper provides a numerical example for a three‐person game in a non‐cooperative environment, a selected cooperative environment, and a fully cooperative environment. The well‐known Shapely Value concept from cooperative game theory is used as an approach to solve the transshipment problem and show “how” the pooling coalitions should be formed. The appurtenance of the Shapley Value is verified to ensure that a stable solution exists.FindingsThe primary focus of this paper is to describe how the well‐known Shapley Value concept from cooperative game theory can be used as an approach to solve the transshipment problem and show “how” the pooling coalitions should be formed.Research limitations/implicationsWhile pooling coalitions are presented, this paper does not discuss revenue sharing.Practical implicationsThis paper helps students understand “how to” make the right decisions about where they want to position themselves with respect to supply chain strategies.Originality/valueThe principal contribution of this approach is for establishing a pooling coalition in order to provide a more stable and cooperative solution. This paper also presents application to recent supply chain management business scenarios found in industry.
A fuzzy TOPSIS methodology to support outsourcing of logistics services
Authors: Bottani Eleonora , Rizzi Antonio 
Published: July 2006

PurposeTo present a multi‐attribute approach for the selection and ranking of the most suitable 3PL service provider.Design/methodology/approachThe approach is based on the TOPSIS technique (Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution) and the fuzzy set theory.FindingsA quantitative methodology based on a structured framework, for the selection of the most appropriate 3PL service provider.Research limitations/implicationsFuture research may attempt to compare the results of the methodology proposed with those of other Multi Attribute Group Decision Making methods. In particular, the selection tree could be developed in a multi‐tier hierarchy, trying to punctually address the relationships between the upper tier criteria and the lower level ones. With multi‐tier hierarchies, the performance of AHP could be compared with the one obtained with TOPSIS, not only with respect to “technical suitability” but also in terms of easiness to implement, shortcomings and general managerial viability.Practical implicationsFrom the application of the methodology to a real case, the approach proposed emerges as an appropriate tool, which makes it possible to easily and effectively rank alternatives. Conversely the most critical issue pointed out by the real case application is the preliminary “request of information” phase, which has to be given critical attention. The availability of a well structured body of knowledge about potential candidates emerged as the true discriminant for an effective analysis.Originality/valueThe originality of the paper is threefold: first, an original framework of criteria for the selection of the most suitable 3PL service provider is presented. Second, an original methodology based on a fuzzy TOPSIS approach is presented. Third, the practical implications and drawbacks are discussed by means of a real case application.
New paradigm of steel mills in the supply chain of automotive sheets
Authors: Jung Kyung‐Hee , Lee Sang‐Kyu 
Published: July 2006

PurposeTo provide new roles of steel mills with desirable business strategies in the supply chain of automotive steel sheets.Design/methodology/approachThe characteristics of the relationship between automakers and steel mills, which aim to provide different patterns according to regional markets, are classified into the customer‐supplier relations in the regions of North America and Japan. Extended roles of steel mills with expected responsibilities are considered in the automotive supply chain, not just raw material suppliers.FindingsProvides new procurement programs of automakers, indicating what can be found there for new paradigm of steel suppliers and how new procurement programs can change. Emphasizes the necessity of developing more updated and functional business models of steel mills in the value chain.Practical implicationsSteel mills have to extend their conventional roles to downstream processing in the automotive steel supply chain, in order to maintain cooperative and interdependent relations with OEMs.Originality/valueThis paper fulfils extended roles of automotive steel suppliers in supply chain management and offers collaborative partnerships to steel mills and automakers.
A proposed integrated framework for analysing supply chains
Authors: Burgess Kevin , Singh Prakash J. 
Published: July 2006

PurposeOrganisations need to have a profound level of understanding of their supply chains if they are to successfully find sources of competitive advantage within them. Current methodologies for analysing supply chains, such as the Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) model, are not sufficiently comprehensive, particularly when it comes to understanding the complex social and political factors that are an integral part of any supply chain. This paper aims to use a case study of a supply chain from the public utility industry sector in Australia to develop an integrated framework for analysing supply chains within a multi‐disciplinary and multi‐method research paradigm.Design/methodology/approachThe case study supply chain was mapped with the SCOR modelling tool which provided insights into the physical characteristics and value points along the supply chain.FindingsAnalysis of the SCOR model map also helped identify 31 key “actors” in the chain, who were then interviewed in depth. These interviews provided insights into the social and political factors which determined the supply chain performance.Originality/valueThe outcome of this study is a framework that provides two primary benefits. First, it shows the relationships between relevant variables from different disciplines (i.e. corporate governance, infrastructure, operations knowledge, social climate and innovation), and how they impact on performance. Second, the framework provides a way forward in synthesising multi‐disciplinary and multi‐method research into a coherent whole.
Supply chain management: some sectoral dissimilarities in the Indian manufacturing industry
Authors: Jharkharia Sanjay , Shankar Ravi 
Published: July 2006

PurposeTo explore the dissimilarities, if any, in supply chain practices among different sectors of Indian manufacturing industry through development and testing of some hypotheses.Design/methodology/approachA questionnaire‐based survey was conducted on four sectors of the Indian manufacturing industry. These are Auto, Engineering, Process and FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) sector. Statistical tests such as t‐tests and regression analysis were conducted to test the hypotheses.FindingsIt is observed from this study that the companies in the auto sector significantly differ from those in the other sectors in the adoption of SCM practices. Engineering and auto sectors have some similarities in certain aspects of SCM.Research limitations/implicationsThough the survey covers many companies, which together constitute many supply chains, it would be interesting to consider a few supply chains in their totality in further research on the topic.Practical implicationsThe analysis reveals that there are few fundamental differences in the operation and working of different sectors and these might be the cause of the observed dissimilarities in their supply chain practices.Originality/valueThis paper fulfills the gap of identifying and testing the dissimilarities among some sectors in their SCM practices. The analysis would be useful for the practicing managers in developing strategies for their supply chains.
E‐business strategy development: an FMCG sector case study
Authors: Webster M. , Beach R. , Fouweather I. 
Published: July 2006

PurposeThis paper sets out to discuss the development of an e‐business strategy by a UK soft drinks company. It is based within the Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector (also known as Consumer Packaged Goods), which is characterised by powerful retailers, tier‐1 suppliers of industrial end‐products and ingredient/raw material producers further upstream. The paper aims to examine the tensions created at tier‐1 level relating to the adoption of e‐business solutions for B2B activities.Design/methodology/approachThe paper draws on the literature to describe the technological options for achieving e‐commerce, focusing particularly on Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and internet‐mediated e‐commerce. It then explores the current uptake of e‐commerce, and the drivers and barriers that relate to its adoption. The theoretical issues identified are explored empirically using data gathered from a case study of Princes Soft Drinks. A detailed survey of organisations within its supply base was conducted in order to inform the development of its future e‐business strategy.FindingsThe results of the survey indicate a lack of enthusiasm among Princes' supply chain members for the adoption of e‐commerce generally and for internet‐mediated e‐commerce solutions in particular.Research limitations/implicationsThe empirical survey is limited to the UK soft drinks sector and allows for the development of descriptive findings. These findings, discussed within the theoretical context of the paper, have potentially wider implications for the FMCG sector as a whole.Practical implicationsThe work has significant implications for the development of Princes' e‐business strategy, and – by extrapolation – for other companies operating in similar commercial environments.Originality/valueThe paper reports original empirical research in the commercially important FMCG sector. Its value stems in part from the examination of the supply chain tensions created at tier‐1– between powerful e‐committed retailers and e‐reluctant industrial suppliers.
A voluntary logistics security program and international supply chain partnership
Authors: Sheu Chwen , Lee Lilly , Niehoff Brian 
Published: July 2006

PurposeTo investigate the practices and value of a voluntary logistics security program, C‐TPAT certification, and its impact on international supply chain collaboration.Design/methodology/approachBoth case study and secondary data research methods were used to collect data from five companies (one customs broker, three importers, and one transporter/freight forwarder) at different supply chain positions. A case study protocol was designed and used to guide the interviews and data collection. Data analysis was performed at three levels: within‐case analysis, cross‐case analysis, and expert analysis.FindingsIn addition to reporting the current practices of the C‐TPAT implementation, the results confirmed the significant impact of the C‐TPAT program to the international trade community. As for the overall goal of improving border security, the results suggest that the C‐TPAT is a means rather than an end and its current value to logistic security is not clear due to the inconsistent practices of supplier involvement. International supply chain security is still in its infancy and has many issues to resolve before it becomes a fully collaborative system.Research limitations/implicationsFuture research with more samples is necessary to validate the findings and research positions.Practical implicationsA voluntary logistics security program such as C‐TPAT could enhance the collaboration with international suppliers. Global logistics security systems can learn from the quality movement by focusing on “prevention” and adopting the “total supply chain” approach.Originality/valueThis paper addresses the anxiety and confusion in the international trade community toward the C‐TPAT certification and its impact on international supply chain security. The findings confirmed the linkage between quality program and supply chain security systems.
Fast fashioning the supply chain: shaping the research agenda
Authors: Barnes Liz , Lea‐Greenwood Gaynor 
Published: July 2006

PurposeThe phenomenon of fast fashion is under‐researched academically, yet has received attention in most of the fashion and business press. Therefore, as it would seem timely, this article aims to present the findings of some exploratory research.Design/methodology/approachThe concept of agile supply chains or supply chain theory is explored with reference to fast fashion requirements. The research was carried out using in‐depth interviews of key informants in the fashion industry.FindingsThe major findings of this exploratory research demonstrate a developmental process occurring in supply chain management when fast fashion comes into the equation. This research provides additional complexity on the existing model of supply chain management for the fashion industry.Research limitations/implicationsThis paper presents a research agenda for future exploration. There are implications for theoretical perspectives of supply chain management as well as retail operations.Originality/valueThis paper offers insights into the impact of fast fashion on the supply chain and the links in the process which deserve further research attention.
Supplier management in fast moving fashion retailing
Authors: Doyle Stephen A. , Moore Christopher M. , Morgan Louise 
Published: July 2006

PurposeThe over‐arching purpose of this research is to explore the issue of supplier management within the context of fast‐moving fashion retailing.Design/methodology/approachQualitative research utilising key informant interviews was used.FindingsThe research suggests that retailers may adopt a multi‐tiered approach, whereby dynamism and responsiveness are achieved through only partially agile supply chains.Practical implicationsBased on the nature of the qualitative data, the paper provides useful insight into the mechanism by which retailers may balance the need for customer responsiveness with the need for operational and financial viability.Originality/valueThe research highlights the need for the establishment of relationships, the benefits of developing a networked approach, and suggests three distinct stages for a multi‐staged approach.
Fast fashion requires fast marketing
Authors: Sheridan Mandy , Moore Christopher , Nobbs Karinna 
Published: July 2006

PurposeThe purpose of this article is to review the potential contributions of category management (CM) to the UK fashion sector and subsequently to establish evaluation criteria for the application of CM in the UK fashion sector.Design/methodology/approachQualitative research was employed through an exploratory case study method.FindingsCategory management is limited in its application in the fashion industry. The study found that fashion companies adopted collaborative structures in order to implement a CM approach and a CM approach contributes to the development of a fast fashion business orientation.Research limitations/implicationsExploratory case study method does not allow for the results to be generalised.Originality/valueThe paper proposes a model of the evaluation of the application of category management in the fashion sector.
Supply chain influences on new product development in fashion clothing
Authors: Tyler David , Heeley Jo , Bhamra Tracy 
Published: July 2006

PurposeThis study sets out to focus on the textiles and fashion clothing supply chain with the objective of identifying factors that constrain company activities and inhibit competitiveness.Design/methodology/approachThe methodology for this research involves multiple case studies involving UK companies. Supply chain management theory and ecological concepts have been used to interpret the data and to identify significant blocks affecting dynamic performance of the participating companies.FindingsThe research has identified seven significant blocks to responsiveness that were apparent in the observed supply chains: timing of fabric trade shows, lack of control of availability of fabric, forecasting, late stage product changes, geographical proximity to market, decision making decoupled from fashion trends, stock‐outs and slow selling products.Practical implicationsThe paper draws conclusions about the strategic directions of fashion supply chains and suggests the need to develop strong personal and organisational relationships in order to produce a culture characterised by common goals, trust and mutual interest.Originality/valueThe observations and analyses of responsiveness barriers establish a framework for strategic thinking regarding the supply chain responsiveness, with academic and commercial implications.
Buyer behaviour for fast fashion
Authors: Bruce Margaret , Daly Lucy 
Published: July 2006

PurposeThis paper seeks to address the complex nature of fast fashion buying through case studies with a supermarket, department store and own brand label. The phenomenon of fast fashion raises questions about traditional approaches to sourcing and buying, which are addressed here.Design/methodology/approachCase studies were compiled with companies managing fast fashion, alongside other purchase and retail activities, namely a supermarket, department store and specialist fashion chain.FindingsReveals the buying practices for fast fashion, namely, a combination of global and local suppliers, a leagile approach is typical; trust is an important factor in the supplier‐retailer relationship to ensure fast delivery at an agreed quality; and integration of key internal activities and processes to facilitate the speed of buying decisions that may be required.Originality/valueGives insight into the factors affecting buying behaviour for fast fashion.
A mass customised supply chain for the fashion system at the design‐production interface
Authors: Pan Bernice , Holland Ray 
Published: July 2006

PurposeThe objective of the research is to develop implementation strategies for producers at the fashion apparel supply chain upstream, in order to move towards a more coordinated, streamlined and responsive process.Design/methodology/approachQualitative action research was conducted using non‐participatory observations on sampled producers, following a literature review on the design process and mass customization.FindingsMain activities with contributing factors that funnel in and out of this crucial junction are mapped and broken down into a series of processes that involve producers' selection and customers' choice, where decisions are currently made based on informal correlation of supply push and demand pull, months ahead of end‐users' (“customers” hereon) real demand. Key “integrated decision points” where customers' input is identified and can be introduced into the outbound supply chain.Research limitations/implicationsThis conceptual model offers the possibilities for implementing collaborative mass customization with reduced risk for producers and increased satisfaction for customers. However, producers' resistance to change from existing work methods may present potential obstacles. Further work is to be done on collecting, utilizing, and transforming customers' data in order to inform the total design process effectively and comprehensively.Originality/valueThe results of the “integrated decision pulse point map” proposed by this paper provide a threshold to the benefits of mass customization at the heart of the fashion system.
Knowledge integration in organizations: an empirical assessment
Authors: Kenney Jacqueline L. , Gudergan Siegfried P. 
Published: July 2006

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to provide the results from empirically testing the effects of different combinations of organizational forms and combinative capabilities on the efficiency, scope and flexibility of firm‐level knowledge integration, given the influence of knowledge types and forms.Design/methodology/approachThe research is based on a case‐study methodology employed to collect data from ten firms of low, medium and high knowledge complexity environs; manual and automated data mining techniques were employed.FindingsThe findings suggest that organizational form and combinative capabilities explain the effects of efficiency, scope and flexibility on firm‐level knowledge integration. In turn, differences in knowledge types and forms necessitate the use of secondary combinative capabilities.Research limitations/implicationsWhile the study provides a coherent and detailed understanding of firm‐level knowledge integration and explain the development of a firm's knowledge architecture through organizational structures and synthesize existing literature contributing to an emergent understanding of the ambiguities surrounding combinative capabilities, further research identifying the effects of and relationship with the deep knowledge in combinative capabilities on strategic capabilities and a firm's knowledge vision would be beneficial.Practical implicationsOf practical relevance is the strategic and operational management implications detailing the specific organizational structures to achieve desired firm‐level knowledge integration capacity and manage particular integration efficiency, scope and flexibility requirements to enhance the development of architectural knowledge and, thus, firm capabilities.Originality/valueThe original contribution of this paper is reflected in providing empiric and theoretic insights, which directly address the specific combinations of organizational structures that influence integration process characteristics and thus accommodate differences in knowledge types and forms.
An adaptive strategy for managing knowledge in organizations
Authors: Sherif Karma 
Published: July 2006

PurposeThis article proposes an adaptive strategy for managing knowledge in complex organizations. Specifically, this article aims to extend understanding in the field of knowledge management (KM) by examining how an adaptive strategy for managing knowledge can help organizations become innovative and build dynamic capabilities.Design/methodology/approachLiterature on complexity theory and KM is reviewed to propose the development of an adaptive strategy that will assist organization in managing knowledge and becoming innovative. The paper is structured around the following constructs: complexity theory, complex adaptive systems, and KM.FindingsA link between an adaptive strategy for managing knowledge, innovation and dynamic capability is established. The central proposition of the article is the organizations that follow adaptive complex processes for managing knowledge are better able to compete in the market today.Research limitations/implicationsThis article extends prior research on KM by proposing complexity theory as a framework for establishing adaptive strategies for managing knowledge and fostering innovation.Practical implicationsWith the dramatic environmental changes and fierce competition that organizations are faced with today, managing knowledge becomes critical for driving creativity and adapting to changing markets. Organizations lack direction on how best to develop an adaptive strategy for managing knowledge. The revelation of adaptive processes for managing knowledge in complex systems can lead to more effective KM practices and a higher rate of creativity and flexibility.Originality/valueThe study answers recent calls for defining processes for the second generation of KM that shift focus from the codification and transfer of knowledge to the creation of new knowledge. Although previous studies have established a link between complex adaptive systems and KM, this study takes it one step further in defining an integrative strategy for the creation of knowledge based on the processes of complex adaptive systems. The paper provides a foundation for future studies to test the causal relationship between adaptive processes for knowledge creation and innovation.