Academic Publications: Technology
Ubiquitous Communication: Tracking Technologies within the Supply Chain
M. Eric Johnson
Logistics Engineering Handbook, CRC Press, Editor G. D. Taylor, 2008
The article examines tracking technologies in the context of a case study of an integration project at a major retailer, focusing on the business case for investment. The case looks at how technologies like Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) and Global Positioning System (GPS) can be used to improve supply chain performance and aid in reducing supply chain shrinkage.
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Ubiquitous Communication (944k)
Topics: Supply Chain, Technology
Building a Distribution System in Eastern Europe
M. Eric Johnson
Supply Chain Excellence in Emerging Economies, Springer-Verlag, editors Hau L. Lee and Chung-Yee Lee, 2005
Building distributions systems in emerging markets like those of Eastern Europe offer many opportunities and challenges. In an environment of changing customer expectations and evolving distribution infrastructure, firms can develop new business models that generate rapid growth. In this paper, we examine the organic growth of an office supply firm in Eastern Europe.
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Topics: Europe, Human Resources, Technology