A structural equation model assessment of logistics strategy
The International Journal of Logistics Management
ISSN: 0957-4093
Article publication date: 1 November 2011
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to assess relevance of the three dimensions (process strategy, market strategy, and information strategy) of the Bowersox and Daugherty typology to logistics strategy and organizational competitive outcomes.
Design/methodology/approach
Empirical data gathered from US logistics managers were analyzed using second‐order factor analysis to examine the Bowersox/Daugherty typology's relevance to logistics strategy and organizational competitive responsiveness.
Findings
The findings identify overall logistics strategy and its effect on logistics coordination effectiveness, customer service effectiveness and organizational competitive responsiveness. Implications for teachers and practitioners of logistics and supply chain management are discussed.
Practical implications
The paper's findings expand the understanding of logistics strategy's role in organizational competitive responsiveness. In addition, the findings of this paper provide a foundation for future research into comparative studies of business logistics management and supply chain management.
Originality/value
The paper provides empirical insights that could facilitate the development of logistics management/supply chain management theory.
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Citation
Kohn, J.W., McGinnis, M.A. and Kara, A. (2011), "A structural equation model assessment of logistics strategy", The International Journal of Logistics Management, Vol. 22 No. 3, pp. 284-305. https://doi.org/10.1108/09574091111181336
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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