Logistics is a key enabler of supply chain collaboration. Innovations in this field, such as RFID technology, allow supply chains to increase their efficiency significantly and help to create further innovations in different areas. In this context, an important task is to find structures and approaches which enable all types of innovations in logistics and supply chains for a better fulfillment of customer needs. Another challenge is to handle the growing organizational complexity and the associated supply chain risks.

This volume, edited by Thorsten Blecker, Wolfgang Kersten and Cornelius Herstatt provides valuable insights into


innovative planning and optimization of logistic processes

new concepts for transportation and supply chain event management

novel logistics services

latest findings in the area of complexity management

innovative IT systems in logistics and supply chain management


pioneering technologies for logistics like AutoID.

This book explains how to plan and optimize logistics management supported by modern IT and management concepts. Readers will learn how to manage new innovations in different fields of logistics.