A logistics support framework
A Systems-Based Approach to Logistics Planning for Development Projects
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 3886175 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Timothy Keeffe, Gail Ormsby (0000-0001-9691-2538, Avondale University, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2015 |
| Volume | 25 |
| Issue | 6 |
| Pages | 843-855 |
| Publication date | 2015-08-18 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Development in Practice (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0961-4524 • E-ISSN: 1364-9213 |
| Publisher | Informa UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/09614524.2015.1061478 |
| OpenAlex | W2171438417 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 9 |
Logistics support plays a critical role in the delivery of quality health care services, particularly in developing countries. This study utilised systems methodology and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) analysis to develop a support framework for a Vision Centre in rural Vietnam. The methodology employs elements of both “soft” (in particular Checkland's Soft Systems Methodology approach) and “hard” systems practices to develop an accessible and robust logistics planning tool
Business · Engineering management · Humanitarian Logistics · Information system · Integrated logistics support · Knowledge management · Management science · Operations management · Process management · Soft Systems Methodology · Complex Systems and Decision Making · Computer Science · Efficiency Analysis Using DEA · Engineering · Quality and Supply Management · Management Information Systems
| Citation velocity | historical |
|---|---|
| Highly cited | No |