This research investigates the interrelationships between lean supply chain activities (LSCA), supply chain cost reduction (SCCR), and competitive advantage (CA) among Iraqi food and beverage SMEs. This study assessed the moderating effect of information technology (IT) on the relationship...

Background: The growth of parcel volumes in urban areas, largely driven by e-commerce, has increased the complexity of pickup and delivery operations. To meet demands for cost efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability, CEP (Courier, Express, and Parcel) operators increasingly outsource...

The coexistence of the winner's curse and cost overruns in the construction industry implies a cost pendulum in which the winning bid is undervalued, whereas the final payment to the contractor is overvalued. We posit that this results from a strategic interaction between three stakeholders: the...

In einer aktuellen Studie im Auftrag von Redcare Pharmacy/Shop Apotheke hat EcoAustria den volkswirtschaftlichen Einfluss des Online-Medikamentenhandels in Österreich untersucht. Die Ergebnisse zeigen, dass digitale Vertriebswege nicht nur die Medikamentenversorgung erleichtern, sondern auch...

The food industry faces complex challenges in managing supply chains, significantly affecting operational performance and costs. This paper explores the critical factors influencing the efficiency of food supply chains, such as product perishability, seasonality, climate change, and high...