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Abstract: The subject of this paper is describing what the virtualization of supply chains means for the functioning of logistics companies. Attention shall be paid to what virtualization is and how it is used with respect to logistics, but also, what are the advantages of its application in supply chains.. [..] Read more

Abstract: Urban development and the influx of people causes new problems posed in front of city authorities. Good solutions are those used in the area of logistics. [..] Read more

Abstract: This paper presents results of tests done in one of the prototype centre of automotive company. The researchers focused on reliability of labelling made of label printer. [..] Read more

Abstract: The car manufacturers worldwide are under the roughest business environment. Its sales are affected by a financial crisis that mutes a customer’s ability to buy new cars. [..] Read more

Abstract: The aim of the paper is to indicate those elements of business model, which differentiate flag enterprises in the distribution networks of steel mill products. Literature research aimed at distinguishing elements defining business model was conducted to obtain the objective. [..] Read more

Abstract: The article is devoted to customer service in the supply chain. Dynamic changing market conditions and trends in supply chains force the improvement of customer service. [..] Read more

Abstract: To evaluate the efficiency of transport subsystem in complex logistics structures it should be assessed in terms of quantitative and valuable assessment. The quantitative assessment of its efficiency testify such indicators as performed tonne-kilometers, the number of items handled, the actual working time of transport, the quantity of goods carried, transport costs per tonne-kilometer and per consignment, utilization of working time and transport capacities owned means of transport. [..] Read more

Abstract: Creating a virtual model takes an individual approach. A company’s structure and organization must always be taken into account. [..] Read more

Abstract: The paper is devoted to the selected heuristics for lot-sizing and scheduling problem for identical parallel machines. The lot-sizing and scheduling problem is a well-known problem in industrial engineering and logistics management, since it is crucial for inventory control and production planning. [..] Read more

Abstract: The paper is devoted to the timetabling problem and interval synchronization in urban public communication, which is considered as an important issue in urban transport networks with long overlapping route segments. The main objective of interval synchronization is to determine the timetable of lines sharing route segments, so that the waiting time between arrivals of consecutive buses can be balanced. [..] Read more

Abstract: The paper presents logistic aspects of procedures connected to complaints against suppliers of aluminum coils that are used in a production process of beverage cans. The process of shaping a body of a can from aluminum stripes is exceptionally precise and thus, the material has to meet standardized requirements. [..] Read more

Abstract: World-Class manufacturing was the term introduced for referring to the goal of achieving and/or sustaining World-Class competitiveness through manufacturing excellence, attained through best practices. The mission of World-Class manufacturing is to bring manufacturing closer to the market by eliminating waste. [..] Read more

Abstract: The aim of the paper is to present the possibility of application the fuzzy sets theory to support warehouse management. In the second chapter the basic issues relating to fuzzy sets and fuzzy logic are presented. [..] Read more

Abstract: In the paper spare parts inventory management issues in the multi-echelon structures are discussed. Differences between spare parts and finished products inventories have been pointed out and discussed as well as differences between single-echelon and multi-echelon inventory optimization and structure. [..] Read more

Abstract: This paper is about knowledge logistics, the transfer of tangible and intellectual property, expertise, learning and skills between academia and the non-academic community. Innovations are essential for economic growth and development and are major determinants of long-term improvements in income and living standards. [..] Read more

Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to present logistics management, which occurs in transport enterprises in the Lubuskie Province. These companies provide services which are part of a complex supply chain. [..] Read more

Abstract: The paper presents the problem of customer service as the field of the relationship of logistics and marketing. Mutual completion, dependencies and discrepancies of logistics and marketing potentials in the area of customer service have been reflected in the presented logistics and marketing processes in a traditional approach to customer service, the concepts of marketing logistics, logistics marketing or logistics and marketing management.. [..] Read more

Abstract: Projects, projection are one of the basic characteristics of the society’s evolution at the end of 20th century and the beginning of the 21st century. Projection, preparation of projects and their management is one of the basic factors for success of a human being, firm, institution in logistic area too. [..] Read more

Abstract: The aim of this paper is to propose a new methodology of supplier’s risk assessment. Based on the classic method of FMEA and its modifications we have developed a new method of supplier’s risk assessment. [..] Read more

Abstract: In consequence of growing international business volume and supply chain management importance, the purchasing as one company’s functional part has gained strategic role to be successful in the current business markets. (Paulraj, Chen, & Flynn, 2006) Contemporary supply chains of particular industrial branches are getting, in consequence of business markets globalization, still more complex and material flows streaming in them are getting still more bulky. [..] Read more