Theory of Third-Party Logistics: Theory, Comparison, and Empirical Analysis

Author: Li Songqing
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: As an innovative point of this book, it first explicitly proposes the fundamental definition of third-party logistics: "In terms of concept, third-party logistics refers to a logistics operation model where a third party, outside the two parties involved in a commodity transaction, provides partial or full logistics services for the two parties." Second, it summarizes, organizes, and comparatively analyzes relevant theories related to third-party logistics research, such as logistics fundamental theory, business outsourcing theory, core competence theory, transaction cost theory, supply chain theory, etc. Third, it analyzes and studies the development history, current status, and trends of third-party logistics in developed countries in Europe and America, and explores the main problems in the development of China's third-party logistics through comparison, proposing strategic suggestions for accelerating its development. In addition to listing further research questions, the book also includes 105 tables, 31 figures, and over 200 notes, citing 97 books and 83 papers, demonstrating the breadth and depth of its research on the topic, as well as its academic style of continuous exploration and thoroughness.