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The Analysis of the Logistics Mode Decision to E-Commerce

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  • Xiao Xiao

    (School of Economics and Management, Beijing Jiaotong University, Beijing, China)

  • Yu Liu

    (School of Economics and Management, Beijing Jiaotong University, Beijing, China)

  • Zhenji Zhang

    (School of Economics and Management, Beijing Jiaotong University, Beijing, China)

Abstract

E-commerce is a complete process that consists of information flow, capital flow, business flow, and logistics. With the development of network and electronic technology, the information flow, capital flow, and business flow can be momentarily available through computer and network communication equipment. The logistics that must be achieved in reality become a key part in influencing the efficiency of E-commerce. Therefore, for portals, manufacturers, retailers, and logistics companies in E-commerce, the primary problem is the choice of a logistics mode. They must choose the most appropriate logistics mode according to practical situation in different environments. To B2C, this paper uses the logistics mode decision of Jingdong to find a solution for the choice of logistics mode in E-commerce and verifies the feasibility of AHP on such solution. To C2C, this paper introduces Taobao Logistics Po and other logistics modes.

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  • Xiao Xiao & Yu Liu & Zhenji Zhang, 2012. "The Analysis of the Logistics Mode Decision to E-Commerce," Journal of Electronic Commerce in Organizations (JECO), IGI Global, vol. 10(4), pages 57-70, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:igg:jeco00:v:10:y:2012:i:4:p:57-70
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    1. Jinsung Kim & Minseok Kim & Sehyeuk Im & Donghyun Choi, 2021. "Competitiveness of E Commerce Firms through ESG Logistics," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 13(20), pages 1-15, October.
    2. Ming-fei Chen & Yan-qiu Liu & Yang Song & Qi Sun, 2019. "A Contract Coordination Model of Dual-Channel Delivery between UAVs and Couriers Considering the Uncertainty of Delivery for Last Mile," Discrete Dynamics in Nature and Society, Hindawi, vol. 2019, pages 1-11, December.

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