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Selecting Partners in Strategic Alliances: An Application of the SBM DEA Model in the Vietnamese Logistics Industry

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  • Nguyen-Nhu-Y Ho

    (International School, Vietnam National University, Hanoi 10000, Vietnam)

  • Phuong Mai Nguyen

    (International School, Vietnam National University, Hanoi 10000, Vietnam)

  • Thi-Minh-Ngoc Luu

    (University of Economics and Business, Vietnam National University, Hanoi 10000, Vietnam)

  • Thi-Thuy-Anh Tran

    (International School, Vietnam National University, Hanoi 10000, Vietnam)

Abstract

Background: Strategic alliance is a popular strategic option for business entities to strengthen the competitive advantages of all partners in a partnership. The global logistics industry has witnessed the formulation of several successful strategic alliances. However, the Vietnamese logistics industry seems to grow slowly and lacks long-term inter-firm partnerships. In such a context, it is critical to have a more effective approach to selecting partners in strategic alliances to increase long-term relationships and firm performance. Method: Thus, this study proposes using the SBM-I-C DEA model to examine and suggest partners for Vietnamese logistics firms to form strategic alliances. Results: Our findings show that integrating technology in managing strategic alliances will foster companies in the alliance to formulate a better strategy with up-to-date information on policies. Conclusion: Using the SBM-I-C DEA model, companies can minimize operating costs and optimize delivery time. Thus, companies can better satisfy customers. From the research findings, some implications are proposed for Vietnamese logistics companies.

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  • Nguyen-Nhu-Y Ho & Phuong Mai Nguyen & Thi-Minh-Ngoc Luu & Thi-Thuy-Anh Tran, 2022. "Selecting Partners in Strategic Alliances: An Application of the SBM DEA Model in the Vietnamese Logistics Industry," Logistics, MDPI, vol. 6(3), pages 1-15, September.
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