From Logistics to Collaborative Logistics — A Theoretical Approach

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to describe the collaborative environment now involving, particularly within the scope of logistics; to understand collaborative logistics lines and to recognize how costs are distributed in a logistics network. The paper defines the collaborative commerce and understands its place in logistics strategies, determines the value of third party logistics providers, looks for partnerships, alliances and information hubs that will improve business and collaborates with competitors to reduce the costs.