... in a multiple sourcing environment. The integrated meta‐model is exposed through an illustrative case concerning the parapharmaceutical enterprise cluster in Greece. Findings The proposed meta‐model constitutes an efficient method that enables managers to actively participate in the decision making process...

... efficiency. Design/methodology/approach The main research instrument is a survey of managers employed by the major food multiple retailers operating in the UK and Greece. Statistical analysis is employed to illustrate the variances and differences between these retailers. Findings The study...

... in nature, involving a field experiment with a major retailer and several suppliers in Greece. Pre‐ and post‐experiment measurements were conducted and the quantitative results were statistically analyzed in order to assess the impact of collaborative store ordering on shelf availability. The quantitative...

... implementation. Supply chain management Total quality management Greece In recent years, supply chain management (SCM) has emerged as a powerful tool in the business process management arsenal. Application of the many facets of this methodology has transformed the way in which suppliers...

... efficiency when compared to domestic firms that follow the emergent logistics strategy. © MCB UP Limited 2001 Logistics Strategy Multiple retailers Greece Logistics plays a fundamental role in supporting retail companies to rationalise their distribution infrastructure and to make more...