Continuous improvement and learning in the supply chain

Emerald - Tập 33 Số 4 - Trang 316-335 - 2003
Paul W.Hyland1, ClaudineSoosay2, Terrence R.Sloan2
1Central Queensland University, Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia
2University of Western Sydney, Campbelltown, Penrith South DC, New South Wales, Australia

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This paper reports on research into continuous improvement and learning in logistics. It is generally acknowledged that in today's dynamic and turbulent environment, firms have to develop capabilities that allow them to be very flexible and agile, and at the same time, be able to incorporate new (product and process) technologies that enable them to develop and exploit better practices in supply chains. This flexibility and agility calls for companies to increase their effectiveness, exploit synergies, and learn throughout all areas of their operations. This research extends a model developed by Australian and European researchers who examined learning in the product innovation process. The research developed a model of continuous innovation in the product development process and a methodology for mapping learning behaviours (termed the CIMA methodology) that was the starting point for this project. This paper focuses on ten case studies of Australian and Singaporean companies operating distribution centres.

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