Open AccessApplication of systems analysis and operations research methodology in the execution and control of business logistics processes
Author(s) -
Wessel Pienaar
Publication year - 2011
Publication title -
corporate ownership and control
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 1810-0368
pISSN - 1727-9232
DOI - 10.22495/cocv9i1c1art4
Subject(s) - process management , business process , context (archaeology) , integrated logistics support , humanitarian logistics , control (management) , process (computing) , business process management , business , logistics management , computer science , work in process , marketing , paleontology , artificial intelligence , biology , operating system
This article outlines the analytical basis of logistics. The concept of logistics management is described in a business context, and its strategic, tactical and operational tiers are discussed. The relationship that exists between systems analysis and logistics management is indicated. The seven consecutive steps in the systems analysis process are outlined. The role and essence of operations research in systems analysis and business logistics decision-making are described. The most pertinent operations research applications in the field of logistics management, as well as the analytical competencies that a logistician should possess, are identified. The role that operations researchers can fulfil in the successful execution and control of business logistics processes are detailed.