E-Logistics (TML 3353): Development, Trends, and Innovations Analysis

This report delves into the multifaceted world of e-logistics, beginning with its core definition as the application of information and communication technology to enhance logistics activities. It explores the evolution of logistics, contrasting traditional supply chain management with modern e-logistics systems, and highlights the impact of the internet on business operations. The report examines key development scenarios, including supply chain management (SCM) systems, and emerging trends such as cloud computing, mobile logistics, digital twins, and Industry 4.0. It further investigates innovations like autonomous vehicles, the Internet of Things, and the rise of start-ups and 5th-party logistics. The analysis also covers the impact of 3D printing and drone technology on logistics, providing a comprehensive understanding of the current and future landscape of the field.

E-Logistics
KDR DR HANI KALSOM BINTI HASHIM TLDM
TML 3353

Logistics
Definition

LOGISTICS
Council of Logistics Management (CLM) definition:
“Logistics is that part of the supply chain process that plans,
implements, and controls the efficient, effective flow and
storage of goods, services, and related information from the
point-of-origin to the point-of-consumption in order to meet
customers’ requirements”

Definition of e-logistics

DEFINITION OF E-LOGISTICS
(Joseph, Laura and Srinivas, 2004)
Supportive delivery process for fulfilling online e-commerce orders
Wang, Y., & Pettit, S. (2016)
(Daly and Cui, 2003; Gunasekaran, Ngai and Cheng, 2007
The use of information and communication technology to support the provision and execution of a broad range of logistics activit
E-logistics utility in an online business to customer (B2C) or business to business (B2B) setting, the latter offers a broader concep
focusing on utilizing ICT to manage information and information flows in supply chains or supply networks
Miščević, G., Tijan, E., Žgaljić, D., & Jardas, M. (2018)
A transformation of the classic tools used for logistics processes in a modern way, and backed-up
by Internet based technologies
E-logistics is essentially a complex entity (system), which includes manufacturers (distributors), log
centres, resellers, carriers, consumers among which there is an electronic exchange of data via Inte
dedicated electronic networks with the help of mobile (wireless) and wired communication technolo
with the aim to reduce data errors and improve efficiency in decision-making and more

LOGISTICS DEVELOPMENT SCENARIOS
Logistics scenarios

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT (SCM)
SYSTEMS

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT (SCM)
• SCM is the process of effectively managing the components o
an extended value chain--from suppliers, through
manufacturing and distribution chain, and to the consumers.
• SCM information systems use technology to more effectively
manage supply chains

WHY SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT?
Parts $5,000
Labor 4000
Overhead 2000
Management
Marketing 3000
Total Cost $14,000
1950-1980s Manufacturing
• 50 years ago, U.S. is the only country that
can manufacture cars.
● You buy a car from GM, all the money will
go to the GM.
1980-2000s Supply Chain Management
• Today, foreign parts and labors are much
cheaper than that in US.
● You buy a car from GM, only a portion of
money will go to the GM.

Roadways
Customer’s
Warehouse
Customer
(Retailer)
Supplier
Roadways Roadways
Customs
Agent
Port
Ocean
liner
Airways Road
+
Rail
RDCConsumerHome
Plant
SUPPLY CHAIN SYSTEMS

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT (SCM) SYSTEMS
• With the advent of the Internet, e-businesses began to deman
different things from their SCM systems
• Most importantly, SCM systems vendors (largely the same ve
that provide ERP systems software) had to modify their produ
include a Web-based interface
• The ultimate goal of a business ERP system is complete optim
of internal business processes

EMERGING TRENDS IN LOGISTICS