BUSI 615 Liberty Implementation of Logistics Information Systems Discussion ASSIGN.pdf

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Joelle

Implementation of an Integrated Logistics System

Key Concept Explanation

Logistics is arguably the most important aspect of any organization as solid logistical foundations help

businesses provide the demanded product or service to the right customer at the right time. Properly

implementing and integrating logistical systems into businesses is crucial and should be carefully

researched prior to deciding which system would best fit the organization and processes. Increasing and

varying consumer demands and global markets add to the complexity of integrated logistics systems

and business managers looking to develop efficient and effective processes. “Implementing integrated

logistic supportprinciples in supporting such systems improves the organization’sbottom line and

reduces the total ownership and life-cycle costs” (CITE). These systems are comprised of resources,

networks, products, transportation, and processes that make up supply chains. Implementing integrated

logistics systems from the start can be challenging to change already established practices and costly;

however, integrating full systems can also provide business managers with the opportunities to create

logistical tools from the beginning.

Integrated logistics systems are interesting to me and I would like to further my studies so that I can

apply these lessons to my own organization and help increase the efficiency and lean practices in

complex supply chains. I am interested in learning how to most effectively adopt and implement these

logistical tools into any business.

Comparison

This supply chain and business model greatly assists managers in organizing and synchronizing all

facets of organizations and logistical networks so that customers’ demands can be met. There is much

research that supports business advantages in implementing integrated logistics systems and proves

that managers should deliberately decide how and which logistical systems they should adopt into their

own organizations. “In the contemporary global business markets environment,when the business

markets are getting more and more commercial, there

are growing demand for effective management of material flows” (Hart, 2017, p. 298). Technology and

automation have drastically assisted supply chain managers in utilizing logistical system software that

collects, stores, and analyzes data more efficiently to provide managers with more accurate decision-

making data. Automation can assist companies in maximizing practices in many different operations

within businesses, from overproduction waste to defects to waste of transportation; mapping tools

include production responsiveness approach (PRA) and data dependency diagram (DDD) (Hart, 2017,

p. 299). There are many models available to supply chain managers that can analyze these factors of

production and support lean production, especially in manufacturing businesses.

Because the manufacturing industry is so complex, there are numerous opportunities for data to be

inaccurate. However, the proper utilization of integrated logistics systems and automation technology

assist in minimizing inaccurate data and providing business managers with the most accurate

information while also synchronizing departments across organizations (Li et al., 2020). Integrated

logistics systems are crucial for synchronizing the numerous departments in manufacturing businesses

and allowing business managers to maximize efforts in allocating the proper components and resources

required for production (Wi?cek et al., 2019). By utilizing these logistical efforts, businesses can

decrease costs and increase inventory management operations all while remaining flexible in

unpredictable and constantly demanding markets. By business managers incorporating these logistical

systems into their organizations, they are increasing competitive advantage and developing their supply

chain practices.

Article Summary

The chosen article discusses many advantages of incorporating integrated logistics systems into supply

chain networks. It is important that the first steps in doing this consists of making awareness across the

organization of implementing these systems as well as prepare for training in applicable departments. It

is important for production, manufacturing, and inventory managers especially to have logistics systems

training and education so that they are able to assist employees in all functions of software and data

collection and analysis; it also contributes to gaining organizational commitment. Technological

advances and information technology have greatly contributed to the successes of integrated logistical

systems by providing opportunities to reduce waste in cost, time, and labor (Wi?cek et al., 2019, p.

1308). Thankfully, supply chain managers have come together to research and develop intricate and

complex systems so that functions and departments can be more organized and synchronized, enabling

smoother and more accurate logistical operations.

Logistics hubs are becoming more prevalent in today’s society and should be utilized properly to

maximize supply chain efforts across the globe. “Some have developed mathematical models and

applied Bender’s decomposition approach to solve the multi-period hub location problem while others

have applied a location-allocation model to a regional intermodal goods movement system” (Wi?cek et

al., 2019, p. 1315). Business managers have been able to use these logistics hubs and integrated

systems to allocate products to their customers more efficiently and effectively.

Application

Supply chain networks and managers have been more apt to integrating these logistical systems into

their organizations in order to increase the efficiency and maximize competitive advantage opportunities.

Many global industries and businesses have incorporated these integrated logistics systems into their

daily practices, especially those in the manufacturing and production operations. Through this

development and integration, China has created efficient logistics parks (LP) and distribution centers

(DC) that assist businesses in transporting products over various mobility modes and efficiently fulfilling

consumers’ demands. They have developed complex computational procedures to analyze the

movement of goods from departments within organizations to external businesses over multimodal

transportation efforts (Wi?cek et al., 2019, p. 1320). This logistical model developed over the last

several decades “can be generalized to solve many logistics location and allocation problems. It can

also be extended to other service areas such as integrated healthcare systems that need to consider

multiple levels of service over multiple time periods” (Wi?cek et al., 2019, p. 1331). LPs and DCs have

become much more efficient in their product visibility as well as their movement operations with these

logistical system assets.

Not only is the utilization of integrated logistics systems important for business managers to prioritize;

however, it is just as important, if not more important for organizational leadership to incorporate the

right fit of logistics practices and have them be managed by the proper employees with adequate

training on the systems. If employees or managers are not properly trained in collecting, computing, or

analyzing the data, then inaccurate information may be inputted into the system or given to managers

when making crucial business decisions. The more education and training on the logistical systems that

is provided by companies, the more buy-in organizations will generally have to effectively utilize the

software, thus increasing competitive advantage and customer satisfaction.

Annotated Bibliography

Hart, M. (2017). The Design of Integrated Logistics Management System of an Industrial Company.

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There are many prospective ways in leaning out supply chain operations and incorporating advanced

technology in order for them to be more efficient. Markets are extremely competitive and complex and

by implementing successful integrated logistics systems, businesses can gain higher satisfaction rates

and competitive advantage over others. “The integrated logistics management system of an industrial

company should be formed

by the sub-systems of the planning, management and control, the particular functional

areas” (p. 2). The right employees and leadership should be in control of the logistics management

systems and discern what supply chain tools should be practiced in order to have the most effective and

synchronized organizations.

Li, G., Yang, S., Xu, Z., Wang, J., Ren, Z., & Li, G. (2020). Resource Allocation Methodology Based on

Object-oriented Discrete Event Simulation. CIRP Journal of Manufacturing Science and Technology, 31,

394–405. http://ezproxy.liberty.edu/login?url=doi.org/10.1016/j.cirpj.2020.07.001

Resource allocation is one of the most difficult functions in a businesses’ operations; it consists of

complex scheduling, cost analysis, and demand fulfillment needed for successful business practices. As

the article depicts, there has been extensive research conducted in order to develop more efficient

supply chain systems by reducing bottlenecks and increasing the utilization of production logistics

systems (PLS). These value-added processes greatly increase the effectiveness of business operations

and help maximize profits. Thankfully, there are numerous developmental tools that assist companies in

improving their integrated logistics systems and forecasting product materials that are required for the

production of final goods.

Lambert, K. R. (2017). Supporting High-Technology Systems During Periods of Extended Life-

Cycles by Means of Integrated Logistics Support. South African Journal of Industrial

Engineering, 28(1), 125–139. http://ezproxy.liberty.edu/login?url=doi.org/10.7166/28-1-1455

This article discusses the advantages of integrating logistics systems into organizations and supporting

recent technological advancements. It includes a case study that demonstrates how implementing these

supply chain practices into businesses can decrease costs associated with life-cycle products and the

rapid modernization of technology. Long life cycles are considered to be 40 years or longer and can

include product upgrades during this timeframe. “Cannibalization, modification,

mothballing,refurbishment, and upgrades will probably be managed successfully. In short, the system’s

reliabilityand availability should be significantly improved” There are many functionality or maintenance-

induced errors that can be mitigated through the proper implementation of integrated logistics systems.

Lu, H., Li, L., Zhao, X., & Cook, D. (2018). A Model of Integrated Regional Logistics Hub in Supply

Chain. Enterprise Information Systems, 12(10), 1308–

1335. http://ezproxy.liberty.edu/login?url=doi.org/10.1080/17517575.2018.1533588

With as complex as supply chain networks have developed to be within the last several decades,

businesses have needed to implement integrated logistics systems and create multi-echelon and multi-

period logistics practices. “The location of logistics facilities at different echelons of a supply chain is

identified and the needs for facility expansion or closing during different time periods are determined”.

China and other global nations have recognized the need for intense training in logistics systems

structures and practices as well as the disseminated responsibilities that must be adhered to in order for

the operations to function properly. It is inevitable that companies will fail without proper structure,

training, and technology that supports these logistical endeavors.

Wi?cek, D., Wi?cek, D., Kuric, I., Bu?ková, M., & Kraj?ovi?, M. (2019). Evaluation of the Effectiveness

of Implementing Production Logistics Automation Systems Supported by Computer Simulation Tools.

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The last three decades have provided exponential advancement in automation technology which has

greatly supported logistical operations in successful businesses. This article shows in-depth research

conducted on automation logistics systems and complicated mathematical equations that formulate

outputs for business managers to utilize in decision-making processes. The automation systems were

not beneficial for some businesses to implement in the study due to the complexity of the logistics

systems and inability to properly incorporate the practices into the organizations. The case studies in the

article showed that overall, automation tools have assisted businesses in increasing their economic

competitiveness, especially in the manufacturing industry.

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DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS

You will complete 4 Discussions over the duration of this course. These Discussions will

cover the following topics:

 Manufacturing Resource Planning

 Enterprise Resource Planning

 Logistics Information Systems

 Implementation of a Logistics System

Each will be completed over a period of 2 Module: Weeks and will consist of 2 parts: the

initial thread and replies. The Discussions allow you the opportunity to apply what you have

learned from the assigned Learn material. Evidence of critical thinking through comparing

and contrasting evidence which highlights pitfalls, weaknesses in theory and application and

contextual relevancy is expected in both your main contribution and your replies to

colleagues.

Each Discussion will consist of the topic and at least 2 replies to 2 other classmates’ threads.

All posts must be written in current APA format in a substantive manner and must not

contain spelling and/or grammar errors.

The Thread

Use the Internet to search for at least 5 scholarly resources that relate to the topic and have

been published within the last 5 years. Find articles that discuss opposing views of the topic

or highlight problems in implementation and achieving above or below expectations.

Academic articles and journals must be reputable and obtained from professional websites

that address the content of this course. Popular magazines and online sources such as

Wikipedia are not permissible.

After reading the articles, select 1 article relating to the topic and address its purpose,

analysis, conclusions and recommendations. If the formatting could be lost from the text box,

attach a Word file to your thread, and adhere to the following format:

1. Key Concept Explanation: Define the key topic by using a source other than the

textbook. Give a clear, concise overview of the essential elements relevant to

understanding the key topic. In addition, explain why you are interested in this topic

(e.g., academic curiosity, application to a current issue related to employment, or any

other professional rationale) (about 200 words).

2. Comparison: Compare your research with what you have studied during the

module/week in which the key topic/thread is assigned. Note differences or

commonalities about the key topic, providing evidence that you have extended your

understanding of this topic beyond the textbook readings. Hence the need to find

opposing/cautionary/beneficial perspectives in your research. This is an opportunity

for you to cite the additional articles you originally researched. Note: All references

must be used at some point in the body of your main submission and replies.

References without application to your narratives will be discounted. This section

must be at least 300 words.

3. Article Summary: In your own words, provide a clear and concise summary of the

article you selected. This section must be at least 200 words.

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4. Application: Specifically state how the key topic has been applied to real-world

businesses or describe the potential the key topic must influence today’s business

world. Consider also the potential for overstating expectations. Your application must

possess a professional rationale that demonstrates the significance of the key topic.

This section must be at least 300 words.

5. Annotated Bibliography: Cite the articles you researched in current APA format. An

annotation must accompany each citation. Each annotation will consist of a

descriptive and evaluative paragraph that is at least 100 words. The annotations are

designed to help your classmates in their understanding of the topic. In addition,

provide a persistent link for each article.

The Replies

You will be required to write substantive replies to a minimum of 2 other classmates’ threads.

Each reply must be a minimum of 500 words and include at least 2 scholarly resources.

Acceptable sources include the textbook, the Bible, outside scholarly articles, etc.

Substantive replies, in contrast to perfunctory replies, add value to the forum, enhance

learning, and contain references to any new concepts or ideas presented.

The following suggestions will aid you in successfully composing substantive responses:

 Compare/contrast the findings of others with your research. Demonstrate critical

thinking.

 Compare how the findings of others relate/add to the concepts learned in the required

readings. Demonstrate critical thinking.

 Share additional knowledge regarding the key topic that relates to the thread.

Demonstrate critical thinking.

Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Review your posts and the Student Expectations prior to

submission in order to ensure that your sources are properly cited.

If you need any assistance in writing, format, or persistent links, the Liberty University

Online Writing Center will be able to help you.

Submit your initial thread by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Sunday of the assigned Module: Week and

your replies to colleagues by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Sunday of the following Module: Week (the

Sunday reply deadline provides opportunity for further interaction to your replies – a growing

thread is evidence of increasing value to you and your colleagues through learning and

relevant critical engagement with the topic). In module 8, the deadline is Friday of that week.

IMPLEMENTATION OF AN INTEGRATED LOGISTICS SYSTEM 1

Discussion Thread: Implementation of an Integrated Logistics System

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IMPLEMENTATION OF AN INTEGRATED LOGISTICS SYSTEM 2

Key Concept Explanation

In business processes, project managers are tasked with planning, monitoring, and

executing responsibilities related to said projects. Project managers take into consideration their

team’s skill-sets, the resources made available to them, what the overall goal is to accomplish,

timelines, the strategies to employ, information technology, the project budget, as well as the

phases that are integrated in the project process. Xue et al. (2020) explains that because labor

markets are changing, that project managers are in demand, and states that the, “Project manager

has a key role in the project and this role provides the ability to control many aspects of the

project” (p. 2). I am interested in this topic due to academic curiosity after being reintroduced to

it in my assigned textbook readings. An article that I read discussed sustainability measures and

activities, and questioned whether project managers could facilitate sustainability in

organizations. This further interested me in the potential project managers have in setting

organizations up by designing a more sustainable future. Since project managers operate as the

task overseers of an organization, the scope that they utilize to determine how to go about

accomplishing something allows them to view possibilities in an interconnected way to harness

the efforts of the collective.

Comparison

In the textbook, project management (and project managers) are discussed briefly in this

week’s assignment readings, and subsequently program managers are introduced to this section.

As it relates specifically to project managers, what was learned about them put these employees

in the context of what their responsibilities are in conjunction with the use of Enterprise

Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Project managers in these instances use ERP software and its

systems to interpret, disseminate, and make use of quantifiable data to determine how to go

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about coordinating activities and carrying out the necessary strategies to meet goals. As was

alluded to in the text, project managers use ERP software as the central system by which to base

their time projections on, and how they are to distribute resources in the planning process.

Anantatmula (2008) shares that, “Firms invest in PM [project management] tools and techniques,

such as computer software for sophisticated schedule and budget tracking in intricate

organizational process designs like concurrent engineering” (p. 34). In contrast, the integration of

software alone does not equate to project performance.

In comparison, what has been shared in one article are not the duties of a project

manager, but their success-related qualities. Due to some traditional critical success factors

excluding human qualities in favor of social or cultural factors, the authors chose to introduce

skills that extend beyond soft competencies. Alvarenga et al. (2018) explains, “Soft skills involve

issues which are at many times intangible, such as leadership, vision, motivation, commitment,

values, interpersonal relationships, ethics and others. However, it’s important to stress on soft

skills focused training and development to project managers” (p. 9). The authors highlight that

education and training are non-negotiable fundamentals to the preparedness of project managers,

but that additional competencies are needed to produce more well-rounded and adept managers

that can lead the charge towards not only data accuracy and integration (as is important in supply

chain management), but also using data to impact profits and organizational goals.

Article Summary

The article written by Fang Fu and Wei Xing of the School of Economics and

Management in China is titled An Agent-Based Approach for Project-Driven Supply Chain

Problem Under Information Asymmetry and Decentralized Decision-Making, and it examines

the relationship between project managers and supply chain entities. Fu and Xing (2021) states

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that, “Effective supply chain management is critical for projects, because it can avoid time and

cost overruns…integrated project planning can help to define these relationships and to enhance

the project performance” (p. 1). The authors propose that organizations design a communication

sector that can exist between project agents and supplier agents and refers to this constituent as a

mediator. This may need to be implemented as some suppliers could be less inclined to disclose

such information as is deemed “private,” which could be at the ultimate risk of project managers

who are not privy to information that should be made accessible to them to enable them to

improve project performance. In what they explain to be project integrated planning, authors Fu

and Xing (2021) shares that it comprises project scheduling, as well as material order, and

supplier selection, and states that, “In a project-driven supply chain, the procurement plan is

integrated with the project schedule, and the coordination between the project manager and the

suppliers is mainly ensured by a contract” (p. 3).

Application

Project management is not exclusive to supply chains and requires constituents across all

organizational sectors to work in an interconnected way to allow knowledges and access to

certain information to intersect. This is all done in an effort to produce whatever the desired

results are of the projects the organization undertakes. Xue et al. (2021) explains that project

management skills are dynamic (as opposed to simply static), and states that, “Cohesive project

teams should create a leadership and authority structure to integrate functional elements, skills

and discipline into a cohesive whole, to achieve the goals of the project. The project team’s key

role is ‘not to do the job but to organize the decision process’” (p. 2). Project managers oversee a

wide scope of tasks and must learn and state what each phase (i.e., planning, executing,

monitoring, etc.) requires and entails in order to employ the proper internal change agents.

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Project managers determine budgets, estimate costs, develop schedules, the duration of

each phase, ensure quality management and control, procure resources, identify and calculate

possible risks, allocate funds for project costs, and monitor efforts to make necessary

adjustments to align more closely to stated goals and measures. These managers must possess

skills related to conflict resolution, as well as the necessary management expertise to produce an

adaptive team that has the technical skills needed during the project process. Verenych and

Bushuyev (2018) explains that, “The blended mental space transforms knowledge, practice, and

skills in new knowledge, practice, and skills, which after the closing of the project enriches each

mental space by extending and deepening its content” (p. 1694). For these reasons,

communication structures should incorporate all and not some because everyone must be on the

same page and know what their roles are because their teams and organizations depend on them

to carry their weight.

Annotated Bibliography

Alvarenga, J. C., Branco, R. R., Andre Bittencourt do Valle, Carlos Alberto Pereira Soares, &

Wainer da Silveira e Silva. (2018). A revaluation of the criticality of the project manager

to the project's success. Business Management Dynamics, 8(2), 1

In their article, A Revaluation of the Criticality of the Project Manager to the Project’s

Success, authors Jeferson Carvalho Alvarenga, Robson Rosa Branco, Andre Bittencourt

do Valle, Carlos Alberto Pereira Soares, and Wainer da Silveira e Silva explain that while

project management literature has been conducted to examine the importance of project

managers, that in recent years, many studies have not listed project managers (and their

leadership abilities) as being a component of organization’s critical success factors

(CSFs). The authors explain that project managers should expand their competencies

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beyond education and training to further develop their soft and hard skills to assert

themselves as contributors to organizational success (and its CSFs).

Anantatmula, V. S. (2008). The role of technology in the project manager performance

model. Project Management Journal, 39(1), 34-48. https://doi.org/10.1002/pmj.20038

In their article, The Role of Technology in the Project Manager Performance Model,

author Vittal S. Anantatmula explores the relationship between project management and

technology since technology is such an integrated component of the work environment.

Anantatmula explains that research that has discussed and studied the benefits of

integrating technology in a workplace has not typically explained how it relates to

improving business performance in terms of project performance. This article chooses to

study what is referred to as people-related factors of project performance in order to

develop a project manager performance model to justify how project managers use

technology to improve project performance.

Fu, F., & Xing, W. (2021). An agent-based approach for project-driven supply chain problem

under information asymmetry and decentralized decision-making. Computers &

Industrial Engineering, 158, 107410. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cie.2021.107410

In their article, An Agent-Based Approach for Project-Driven Supply Chain Problem

Under Information Asymmetry and Decentralized Decision-Making, authors Fang Fu and

Wei Xing examine how project managers act in accordance to supply chain managers in

terms of supply chain activities and determinants (such as lead time, production

scheduling, cost of transporting raw materials, etc.), and explains that in order to facilitate

information being transferred between these two entities in order to inform the decision-

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making process, that organization should create solutions to allow these entities to work

together. In their model, they show what is known as the agent-based approach between

project agent, supplier agent, and mediator in order to negotiate between what project

managers need versus what suppliers will give them in terms of information.

Verenych, O., & Bushuyev, S. (2018). Interaction researching mental spaces of movable context,

stakeholders, and project manager. Organization, Technology & Management in

Construction, 10(1), 1684-1695. https://doi.org/10.1515/otmcj-2016-0021

In their article, Interaction Researching Mental Spaces of Movable Context,

Stakeholders, and Project Manager, authors Olena Verenych and Sergey Bushuyev

consider the perspective of project managers, stakeholders, and movable context to posit

that interactions between each depends on mental spaces. The four mental spaces that

they discuss in their article are movable context, project manager, stakeholders, and

project, and they take this a step further to say that project managers must understand the

principles of interaction between these entities at all times. These elements are all

necessary as it relates to project implementation to ensure goals are met on time, and that

all parties are clear in expectations.

Xue, J., Rasool, Z., Gillani, A., & Khan, A. I. (2020). The impact of project manager soft

competences on project sustainability. Sustainability (Basel, Switzerland), 12(16),

6537. https://doi.org/10.3390/su12166537

In their article, The Impact of Project Manager Soft Competences on Project

Sustainability, authors Jian Xue, Zeeshan Rasool, Aqsa Gillani, and Ahmad Imran Khan

share that the competencies and skills that project managers possess enable them in

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conflict resolution and innovation. They also examine the qualities that are most desirable

in project managers, which lead them to discuss soft competencies and how they can lead

to project managers being able to improve an organization’s project sustainability

through innovation. The authors employ a model to determine the relationship between

these elements (soft competencies, innovation, and project sustainability) and the skills

project managers should have to be equipped with managing projects in an effective

manner.

Implementation of a Logistics

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Key Concept Explanation

The implementation of logistics information systems is a fascinating topic that focuses on

improving corporate operations. My interest in this subject arises from a desire to learn more

about employment options in logistics systems. Companies deal with a variety of items that must

be coordinated from suppliers to buyers. Businesses can use logistics information systems in

various ways to meet organizational goals thanks to technological advancements. According to

research, careers in logistics necessitate technological improvement. Product information aids in

the accurate forecasting of sales. One of the most recent uses in the field of logistics is the usage

of blockchain technology. Planning and teamwork are required for the effective supply chain

management. Working in the supply chain department necessitates a thorough knowledge of

logistics systems, including automation. For example, to foresee the future, it is necessary to

understand client wants. Strategies that encourage management processes and guide workers to

attain the business aim must be incorporated into the forecasting process. Employees must

receive training on integrating digital technologies as part of the digitization of logistical systems

(Mohamed, 2018).

Evaluating information demands in product labeling, investigating electronic document

sharing, addressing data mismatch, and designing data management systems are just a few of the

critical competencies in logistics. Understanding the processes that aid in the flow of information

is required for careers in logistics departments. Logistics systems are essential in any business

for transforming data to information, presenting it helpfully for decision-making, and connecting

it to the information system's decision-assisting mechanisms. As a result, logistics information is

a component of an organization's information system and is targeted towards logistics decision-

making issues. Connectivity is emphasized when implementing a logistics system, as the

logistics system connects the organization to suppliers, corporations, and manufacturers located

worldwide. The implementation also focuses on adopting new technology to stay on top of the

latest market trends. The discussion focuses on the challenges or issues that arise when

implementing logistic systems in a company. The absence of management assistance, the cost of

adopting the techniques, and data security hazards are challenges in implementing the strategies.

The issue is interesting since it provides additional information about the many difficulties of

adopting logistics systems and the various approaches that management can take to overcome

them. The implementation phase necessitates a well-thought-out strategy that will allow

management and the company to assess the impact of the changes and make organizational

adjustments to ensure that service levels do not suffer (Entchev, 2018).

Comparison

The field of logistic information systems is concerned with improving logistic systems in

corporate organizations to improve performance. The topic corresponds to the logistics

management content covered in the classroom module. The two show that sophisticated

technology is vital in several corporate domains. In digital form, logistics information systems

follow a well-organized framework. Putting the knowledge into action may necessitate

appropriate software and computer technologies to aid data processing. To achieve meaningful

corporate goals, managers must concentrate on a variety of variables. The topic allows for a

better knowledge of logistics system architecture and the requirement for corporate logistics

systems to be interconnected. The integrated operations planning and logistics are addressed in

the module content and textbook. Understanding the concepts and how to apply them in real-life

situations is critical (Vass & Gustavsson, 2017). To develop or achieve well-coordinated

functions of numerous components, companies must give logistical support. Because it facilitates

the conveyance of information via IT systems to enable data processing, the research content is

relatively comparable to the topic learned in class. The information comes from a company that

uses logistics information systems to make data collection and processing easier. Knowledge is

created when data is recorded in computer systems, and it is critical for enhanced logistic

processes.

To compare it to the critical issue assigned for the module, the study was comprehensive.

The main subject is the installation of logistics systems. In this regard, the study focuses on the

different problems that may obstruct implementing the procedures in question. There are no

significant disparities between the research findings, and the module studied throughout the

week. It was feasible to assess the numerous problems in a broad sense from the readings and

how they would affect the logistics system implementation process. On the other hand, the study

findings present the same difficulties but a more thorough approach (Rahman et al.,2018).

Further research found that logistics encompasses a wide range of activities carried out

by a company. Furthermore, as observed in the textbook readings, logistic systems are required

for an organization's logistics performance to be maximized. On the other side, the importance of

maximizing environmental performance in logistics is discussed in the essay. The similarities

show that the central theme in the textbook readings on the implementation of logistics systems,

which emphasizes the difficulty of implementing such strategies, is related to the challenges

described in the article. Differences in logistics system implementation can take many forms, and

the chosen report focuses on the implementation issues that environmental practices in logistics

face. As a result, the essay aims to comprehend the logistics implementation process and the

many challenges that can obstruct it. In this example, the article compares the module that

describes logistics system implementation and the general difficulties that may arise during the

process. The paper discusses many challenges that impede applying environmental principles in

logistics, similar to textbook readings in class. Reverse logistics is used in the implementation,

and there are both internal and external impediments. Further research revealed that the barriers

mentioned in the article are similar to those discussed in textbooks, with some of the most

significant obstacles being high costs to implement the change in logistics, a lack of support from

management and the government, insufficient human resources, a poor organizational culture,

and a lack of effective corporate leadership policies (Tijan et al., 2019).

The seminar covered various topics, including supply chain planning, which may be

accomplished using internal firm resources and mechanics to initiate planning. Supply chain

planning aids in the coordination of critical logistics and supply chain resources. The research

examined in this paper was primarily concerned with logistical information systems, which

included blockchain technology. The topic is essential because it helps people comprehend why

they need to use technology more efficiently. Collaborative planning and approaches that

improve logistical performance are required (Heriyanti & Ishak, 2020). Some companies fail to

coordinate their business predictions to boost demand by sharing information.

Article Summary

Xie, C., & Deng, S. T. (2018). The Design and Implementation of Logistics Information

System based on Multitier Architecture. In Journal of Physics: Conference Series

(Vol. 1087, No. 4).

For efficiency and economic gain, the essay focuses on logistics information management

systems in diverse enterprises. Technology is critical in company management and human

resources, according to the source. As a result, businesses concentrate on service quality while

also incorporating vital data to increase public security within the corporation. This will

necessitate the usage of computer databases that strive to meet international data integrity

standards. To ensure that the operating system achieves its goal, it must be accurate and

dependable. The paper is essential for this study because it will show why it is necessary to

increase database security through oversight, comprehension, and good administration. As a

result, the essay will provide valuable insight into the importance of excellent information

management to get the most outstanding results.

The article is crucial for this study since it provides a holistic method for transferring

autonomy, intelligence, and autonomous robots. It will explain why advanced technologies are

needed to improve flexibility, speed, product quality, and manufacturing processes. The article

uses IBM as an example of a firm that used blockchain technology to optimize its supply chain.

At the same time, companies like Walmart and Nestle are attempting to implement similar

technology.

Application

The use of cutting-edge technologies to develop logistic information systems is on the

rise. Blockchain technology, for example, is gaining traction in some companies, such as IBM, to

make the supply chain more convenient and safer. IBM blockchain technologies in the cloud

tend to provide end-to-end features that support secure corporate networks. This suggests that

businesses implement logistics information systems to ensure enhanced sustainability, reduce

fraud and mistakes, and reduce paperwork delays (Kembro & Norrman, 2019). The expanded

use of logistics information systems is digital dimensions, which provide a structured framework

for delivering the best solutions. Graphics, words, and symbols can all be used to represent data.

On the other hand, organizations can choose the format that best suits their needs to

achieve their goals. For a company to use technology in logistics, it must use current information

technological breakthroughs. Furthermore, determining internal and external links is critical in

investigating logistics system automation in various enterprises. The necessary infrastructure

contains digitized hardware and software modules that allow logistics management to be more

flexible. Other uses for e-logistics include assisting with functions such as planning, execution,

and control of various parts of an organization. The internet plays a vital role in modernizing

logistic systems by providing platforms, tools, and facilities to improve services and

collaboration. As a result, adopting logistics technologies that will enhance industrial

competitiveness and economic efficiency is crucial (Kembro & Norrman, 2019).

Annotated Bibliography

Entchev, E. (2018). The innovative approach to the development of automated logistics

information systems. Innovations, 6(3), 89-91.

The article discusses the use of automation to implement novel technologies in logistics.

The logistics information system is a well-organized system that employs software and other

technologies. Organizational growth is often aided by advances in internet technology and the

emergence of complex supply chains. Another important aspect of this research is the

explanation of the fundamental logistical competencies. For example, a firm may use a computer

to handle data, which allows for cost savings. The source will assist in determining the

informational requirements at all levels of management.

Heriyanti, F., & Ishak, A. (2020, May). Design of logistics information system in the

finished product warehouse with the waterfall method: review literature. IOP

Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering (Vol. 801, No. 1, p. 012100).

IOP Publishing

The essay focuses on manual logistics information systems that take a long time to complete.

Human mistakes, time wasted, and inefficiencies are all possibilities. The paper's

recommendation is to computerize logistics processes to allow a smooth flow of information. In

terms of communication networks for data management, the logistics information system is

highly comprehensive. The material will help describe warehouse and other store logistics

information systems. The utilization of this source's content will be required for this topic's

analysis. The computerized system and data availability will provide more critical help for firms

that use logistics information systems.

Kembro, J., & Norrman, A. (2019). Exploring trends, implications, and challenges for

logistics information systems in Omni-channels. International Journal of Retail &

Distribution Management, 47(4), 384-410 https://doi.org/10.1108/IJRDM-07-2017-

0141.

The purpose of the preceding essay is to identify the trends, consequences, and issues that Omni-

channel logistics systems face. The paper seeks to address the many problems associated with

implementing logistics systems in this situation. The study uses various research methods to

investigate Swedish merchants' conditions concerning IS logistics and their perspectives on

future changes. According to the data, retailers preferred the adoption of IS logistics, which

enabled an increase in inventory movement and integration. The obstacles in implementing

logistics said that transforming Omnichannel logistics connected to increasing complexities and

decentralization of networks must be addressed.

Mohamed, M. (2018). Challenges and Benefits of Industry 4.0: An overview. International

Journal of Supply and Operations Management, 5(3), 256-265 10.22034/2018.3.7

The purpose of the preceding text is to give the reader an overview of Industry 4.0, its issues in

the business world, and the design and execution of future corporate organizations. Researchers

have backed Industry 4.0 to overcome the present problems that businesses face due to changing

settings. The research for this study took place between 2011 and 2018, and the researchers used

a variety of sources, including journals, periodicals, government publications, and scientific

papers. The data collection strategy utilized in this study gives the reader an overview of

contemporary research practices. The article then goes on to discuss the many problems that

firms face when implementing Industry 4.0.

Rahman, N., Mohammad, M., Rahim, S., & Noh, H. (2018). Implementing air cargo halal

warehouse: Insight from Malaysia. Journal of Islamic Marketing, 9(3), 462-483

https://doi.org/10.1108/JIMA-09-2016-0071

The article discusses a study undertaken to determine the issues that could arise during the

introduction of logistics systems in a halal warehouse. In any food manufacturing and

transportation industry, such as Halal, logistics systems ensure that the products do not perish.

The study's method included conducting a better investigation to gain a better understanding of

the halal warehouse, the challenges that may arise as a result of implementing logistics systems

in the halal warehouse, and the various methods and procedures that may be useful in dealing

with the warehouse's activities in terms of exports and imports.

Tijan, E., Aksentijević, S., Ivanić, K., & Jardas, M. (2019). Blockchain technology

implementation in logistics. Sustainability, 11(4), 1185

The essay focuses on blockchain technology and how it might be used in logistics to improve

processes by sharing crucial data with various stakeholders. This article was chosen because it

focuses on one of the most recent technologies with numerous advantages over other inventions.

Blockchain, for example, enables anonymity and allows appropriate parties to have unrestricted

access to data. Furthermore, it is impossible to manipulate data submitted; as a result, the system

is safe and promotes integrity, which other technologies may lack. Another benefit is that parties

are unable to erase data that has been made public. Before demonstrating its application in

logistics management, the essay defines and explains what blockchain is. According to the paper,

blockchain technology uses public-key cryptography to solve double-spending, which decreases

fraudulent transactions. I use the cryptocurrency bitcoin as an example of a P2P technology in

which no third parties are involved during transactions. Blockchain technology can assist in

interconnecting suppliers and improve the supply chain in logistics systems, hence increasing

transaction security.

Vass, S., & Gustavsson, T. (2017). Challenges when implementing BIM for industry

change. . Construction management and economics, 35(10), 597-610

https://doi.org/10.1080/01446193.2017.1314519

In the construction business, building information modeling (BIM) is a type of essential logistics

system. There is very little information available about the deployment of BIM and the issues

that come with it. As a result, the study's goal is to learn more about the system and its

implementation issues if major infrastructure clients want to change BIM work patterns in the

construction industry. The business value model was used in the study to understand better the

deployment of BIM as an IT-supported change process and the organizational challenges. The

research highlighted nine obstacles that hampered the public client's potential to transform the

construction sector through BIM implementation.

Zhou, H., & Wang, J. (2016). Integration and implementation of logistics information

systems based on SOA technology. Management & Engineering, (22), 100.

DOI:10.5503/J.ME.2016.22.018

By implementing logistics information systems, the article solves a divide between the producer

and the consumer. RFID technology can be used to improve the efficiency of modern logistics

information systems. Companies are concentrating on upgrading logistics systems to reduce

production and cycle times. Receiving, labeling and packaging are some of the most critical

activities that require extreme precision. As a result, businesses can have a faultless delivery

system that uses modern technology to enable real-time assessment management. The paper also

explains that the logistics information system's efficient implementation necessitates. To achieve

effective integration, efficient integration is required. The report can be used in this study to help

establish logistics information systems that use models to connect suppliers, transportation

companies, and storage facilities.

References

Entchev, E. (2018). The innovative approach to the development of automated logistics

information systems. Innovations, 6(3), 89-91.

Heriyanti, F., & Ishak, A. (2020, May). Design of logistics information system in the finished

product warehouse with the waterfall method: review literature. IOP Conference Series:

Materials Science and Engineering (Vol. 801, No. 1, p. 012100). IOP Publishing

Kembro, J., & Norrman, A. (2019). Exploring trends, implications, and challenges for logistics

information systems in Omni-channels. International Journal of Retail & Distribution

Management, 47(4), 384-410 https://doi.org/10.1108/IJRDM-07-2017-0141.

Mohamed, M. (2018). Challenges and Benefits of Industry 4.0: An overview. International

Journal of Supply and Operations Management, 5(3), 256-265 10.22034/2018.3.7.

Rahman, N., Mohammad, M., Rahim, S., & Noh, H. (2018). Implementing air cargo halal

warehouse: Insight from Malaysia. Journal of Islamic Marketing, 9(3), 462-483

https://doi.org/10.1108/JIMA-09-2016-0071.

Tijan, E., Aksentijević, S., Ivanić, K., & Jardas, M. (2019). Blockchain technology

implementation in logistics. Sustainability, 11(4), 1185

Vass, S., & Gustavsson, T. (2017). Challenges when implementing BIM for industry change. .

Construction management and economics, 35(10), 597-610

https://doi.org/10.1080/01446193.2017.1314519

Zhou, H., & Wang, J. (2016). Integration and implementation of logistics information systems

based on SOA technology. Management & Engineering, (22), 100.

DOI:10.5503/J.ME.2016.22.018

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