Abstract
Over recent years, hub-and-spoke distribution techniques have attracted widespread research attention. Despite there being a growing body of literature in this area there is less focus on the spoke-terminal element of the hub-and-spoke system as being a key component in the overall service received by the end-user. Current literature is highly geared towards discussing bulk optimization of freight units rather than to the more discrete and individualistic profile characteristics of shared-user Less-than-truckload (LTL) freight. In this paper, a literature review is presented to review the role hub-and-spoke systems play in meeting multi-profile customer demands, particularly in developing sectors with more sophisticated needs, such as retail. The paper also looks at the use of simulation technology as a suitable tool for analyzing spoke-terminal operations within developing hub-and spoke systems.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | International conference on information systems, logistics and supply chain |
| Number of pages | 7 |
| Publication status | Published - 2010 |
| Event | Third International Conference on Information Systems, Logistics and Supply Chain - Casablanca, Morocco Duration: 13 Apr 2010 → 16 Apr 2010 |
Conference
| Conference | Third International Conference on Information Systems, Logistics and Supply Chain |
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| Abbreviated title | ILS 2010 |
| Country/Territory | Morocco |
| City | Casablanca |
| Period | 13/04/10 → 16/04/10 |
Bibliographical note
Conference LocationMorocco ISNBKeywords
- distribution management
- hub-and-spoke
- retail