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Building an Intermodal Logistics Network: Bridging the Gaps in Communication and Technology

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  • Adam B. Guilbault
  • Charles H. Belanger

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This paper delves into the global logistics market with an eye on technological advancements and the future of the industry. Expanding across all modes of transportation, a review of historical progress and current market situations reveals what lies ahead for the industry and what obstacles exist moving forward. A proposed network solution is examined via a case study involving two international logistics providers as a means of exploring potential resolutions to existing and forthcoming challenges in the industry. The proposal focuses on an intermodal logistics model that integrates all modes of transportation into a centralized network accessible by both users and suppliers, alike. Across a global landscape, this study outlines the lack of communication and information sharing that adversely affects the industry¡¯s ability to keep pace from a technological perspective.

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  • Adam B. Guilbault & Charles H. Belanger, 2016. "Building an Intermodal Logistics Network: Bridging the Gaps in Communication and Technology," Journal of Management and Strategy, Journal of Management and Strategy, Sciedu Press, vol. 7(1), pages 10-20, February.
  • Handle: RePEc:jfr:jms111:v:7:y:2016:i:1:p:10-20
    DOI: 10.5430/jms.v7n1p10
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