Defence logistics: an important research field in need of researchers
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Authors
Yoho, Keenan D.
Rietjens, Sebastiaan
Tatham, Peter
Subjects
Defence logistics
Military logistics
Business logistics
Logistics
Operations
Warfare
Defence sector
Military logistics
Business logistics
Logistics
Operations
Warfare
Defence sector
Advisors
Date of Issue
2012
Date
Publisher
Emerald
Language
Abstract
Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to provide an introduction to the special issue on defence
logistics. To achieve this, an overview of the field of defence logistics is offered together with
a discussion of the historical and contemporary issues that have confronted researchers and
practitioners. Current research is described, and a research agenda for future work in the field is
proposed.
Design/methodology/approach - The paper is based upon a conceptual discussion of defence logistics
as it has been studied in the past and is being studied in the present, and a reflection on the
ways in which past research can usefully inform future research agendas.
Findings – The paper discusses the current state of defence logistics research, and proposes a
research agenda for future work based upon the anticipated characteristics of future combat
operations.
Research limitations/implications - A future research agenda is proposed that is informed by recent
transformations in the conduct of warfare, as well as through anticipated changes in the global
strategic landscape. Comparisons are made between defence logistics operations and their commercial
counterparts to illustrate where there may be opportunities for adaptation based on the underlying
similarities.
Originality/value - This paper discusses the major threads and themes of defence logistics research
as a discipline, highlights the changing landscape of conflict in the 21st century and provides a
future research agenda for those working in the field.
Type
Article
Description
The article of record as published may be found at http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/IJPDLM-03-2012-0079
Series/Report No
Department
Defense Analysis (DA)
Organization
Naval Postgraduate School (U.S.)
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NPS Report Number
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Format
18 p.
Citation
K.D. Yoho, S. Rietjens, P. Tatham, "Defence logistics: an important research field in need of researchers," International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management, V. 43 No. 2, (2013), pp. 80-96
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This publication is a work of the U.S. Government as defined in Title 17, United States Code, Section 101. Copyright protection is not available for this work in the United States.