Open Access Conference Proceedings

Abstract: The paper presents study of the satellite-based Earth Observation use in logistics and supply chain management. The study includes global market analysis (market perspectives, main market players, and sector segmentation), value-added services and products analysis, and logistics and supply chain management applications analysis based on concrete case studies.. [..] Read more

Abstract: Each kind of transport is very sensitive to weather and its conditions, which might change in a short period of time. Proper information about the current weather is very useful in order to schedule the transportation. Information about the weather and its prediction could be obtained from diverse sources for waste areas all around the world. [..] Read more

Abstract: In many countries the solution of truck parking has been solved in last two decades. State of the art electronic toll collection systems can be utilised in many ways. [..] Read more

Abstract: Internet represents easy way to access global shopping opportunities. E-shops offer their customers various goods and services and after buying, they try to quickly distribute them to their clients. [..] Read more

Abstract: One of the most important business trend influencing future competitive – and so the strategic decisions – is sustainable development. Sustainability means the ability to take activities that meet pro-ecology, pro-social and economic objectives. [..] Read more

Abstract: The article primarily deals with the application of AIDC technologies in logistic chain as well as connections with the issue of visibility, traceability and smart component identification in automotive industry. It describes the current state of automotive industry in Slovakia and the necessity of accurate identification of components with emphasis on the prevention of their counterfeiting, which can be achieved by standardized solutions. [..] Read more

Abstract: The rate of urbanization in the world is constantly increasing. At present in the European Union nearly 70% of inhabitants that live in cities play an increasingly important economic role and are essential for the proper functioning of the economy. [..] Read more

Abstract: In the times of market-economy, all decision making processes play the key role in managing a company or organization. The more and more complicated level of production, logistics processes and logistics supply chains and networks, the growing competition or budget restrictions are some of the factors forcing the managements of companies to conduct continuous, dynamic and rational planning. [..] Read more

Abstract: Agriculture is the sector with strong specificity of production processes. This results from the use of the forces of nature (earth, solar, biological processes) and live organisms. [..] Read more

Abstract: Distribution chains can change their parameters. There are changes in the final quantity and the final destinations too. [..] Read more

Abstract: One of the most prominent targets of the EU Transport Whitepaper is the ambition to shift 30% of road freight, transported more than 300 kilometers, to multimodal by 2030 and 50% by 2050. Transport and logistics industries are working on achieving this goal with a strong commitment and contribution from chemical companies. [..] Read more

Abstract: The complex manufacture of refrigerating equipment most often uses the cellular structure. The problem in improving the material flow is a correct planning of processes in the individual cells. [..] Read more

Abstract: The aim of the paper is the identification of the cooperation areas between Japanese companies located in Poland and local governments in terms of particular stages of life cycle of an organization. The paper presents the results of the study conducted among Japanese enterprises and local governments located in the region of Dolny Śląsk in Poland. [..] Read more

Abstract: The zones along the Baltic and the Adriatic have substantial geographical, economic and transport similarities. The strengthening of economic growth and the dynamics of the flow of goods has provided intermodality the utmost importance. [..] Read more

Abstract: The article presents the outcomes of research concerning information security in the supply chain. The research has been based on the scientific observations and the analysis of the state of the enterprise that were performed in three metallurgical plants. [..] Read more

Abstract: The research concerns a very important area of management, namely, reverse logistics, as the ecological conditions of the transition from the traditional model of material flows to the modern approach of logistics, as a closed cycle of materials and energy. This subject is very timely in light of the strategy pursued by the European Union for sustainable development, based on the concept of the system of "Integrated governance" which consists of a triad: society - economy - environment (ecosystem). [..] Read more

Abstract: For an efficient and effective management of a supply chain a significant impact has a cooperation undertaken by companies establishing communications with other entities forming the common supply chain. The emphasis is both on the relationship established in various areas of a functional supply chain and at different stages of its development. [..] Read more

Abstract: The aim of the paper is to identify the area of logistics customer service in the selected company as the one determining market success of the surveyed business entity, particularly taking into account the level of the processes of logistics service in the opinion of the customers. The applied research method was the Servqual method which, among others, enabled the assessment and specification of the level of customer expectations towards the quality of the services provided by the enterprise. [..] Read more

Abstract: Typical logistic process concerns actions which relate to product delivery to the customer. New approach to environmental protection, especially sustainable development concept forced another step, e.g. [..] Read more

Abstract: The paper presents identification of problems during the implementation of lean concept in enterprises in Poland. On the case, the manufacturer of semi-trailers car there was assessed the influence of lean tools for logistics processes in the production area. [..] Read more