Assessment of global logistics strategies for Third Party Logistics

摘要

The aim of this study is to apply data envelopment analysis, industry code analysis, Dun and Bradstreet business ratio analysis and market entry analysis to analyse global logistics strategies among third party logistics (3PL) providers. Results suggest that global logistics strategies for 3PLs depend on how and what they provide logistics services for their clients. If 3PLs are adept at physical logistics, a more niche market strategy should be adopted to avoid direct competition. On the other hand, if 3PLs are more proficient in international and managerial logistics solutions, they should develop more channels in the global market.