Quality in logistics: a comparison of practices between Australian and North American/European firms

Author: Sohal Amrik S   Millen Robert   Maggard Michael   Moss Simon  

Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd

ISSN: 0960-0035

Source: International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management, Vol.29, Iss.4, 1999-04, pp. : 267-280

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Abstract

Presents a comparison of the findings of three studies conducted in North America/Europe and Australia which investigated the adoption of quality management practices in the logistics function. Focuses on the extent to which quality practices are adopted, how quality in logistics is defined and administered, impediments to implementation, measurement of quality improvements, measuring customer expectations, measuring process improvements and the extent of satisfaction with the quality program.

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