Logistics Leadership – Logistics Organizations of the Future

Reports on recent research on “leading edge” firms,which shows that logistics plays an important role in a firm′s competitiveness. Details the evolution of advanced logistics management,analyses the essence of logistical leadership and outlines likely characteristics of the leading logistics organizations of tomorrow. Suggests that leading firms use logistical competence strategically to realize competitive advantage. Sophisticated solutions are required and information has come to play a vital role in this regard.