Jonathan W. Kohn

A structural equation model assessment of logistics strategy

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 typologys 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 papers findings expand the understanding of logistics strategys role in organizational competitive responsiveness. In addition, the findings of this paper provide a foundation for future research i...

Organisational Environment and Logistics Strategy: An Empirical Study

The responses of 222 logistics managers in manufacturing firms were analysed to identify logistics strategies and evaluate relationships between organisational environment and logistics strategy. The findings were integrated with previous research to develop a contingency model of logistics strategy.