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International Journal of Logistics Economics and Globalisation

International Journal of Logistics Economics and Globalisation (IJLEG)

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International Journal of Logistics Economics and Globalisation (3 papers in press)

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  • Criterion for Evaluating Used Car Purchases in India using MCDM   Order a copy of this article
    by Sakhhi Chhabra, Tahir Wani, Smitha Saji 
    Abstract: The rise in purchasing and maintenance costs of new cars has accelerated the used vehicle market. However, car buyers' decision-making criteria for selecting used cars in emerging markets do not mimic the same trend as the new car market for developed nations. To evaluate used car buyers' purchases, we approached car dealers and salespeople to understand preferred attributes and sub-attributes. Subsequently, we apply analytic hierarchy process to evaluate data collected from buyers. The results indicated that the number of kilometres, price, and age of the car are sequentially the key attributes used car buyers consider. Also, they are less brand-conscious than new-car buyers, prefer petrol vehicles over diesel, and stated Maruti as the preferred brand compared to Hyundai and Toyota. These findings shall aid dealers and resellers in accelerating used car sales in the emerging market and help achieve the circular economy goal by decarbonising transportation.
    Keywords: Automobile; Used Car; Circular economy; AHP; Multi-criteria decision making; Emerging Markets.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJLEG.2024.10066572
     
  • Identifying Causal Factors for Food Loss in India's International Supply Chain of Dry Leguminous Vegetables: a DEMATEL Approach   Order a copy of this article
    by Aaqib Chaudhary, Ram Singh 
    Abstract: In recent years, food losses have sought the immense attention of researcher(s) and policymaker(s). The paper adds a new perspective on identifying the causes of food loss in the international food supply chain by leveraging the DEMATEL approach to classify the variables leading to the causes and effects of food losses in India's dry leguminous vegetable imports. Dry leguminous vegetables (pulses), critical to assessing global food losses as per the FAO Food Loss Index, seek wider attention to reducing losses. The paper narrates the causal factors and associated effects while exploring suggestions that can be implemented to reduce food losses. The paper's findings reveal the unavailability of infrastructure as the most influential cause, setting the stage for subsequent similar research on reducing losses with a new dimension of measuring them concerning the international food supply chain.
    Keywords: food losses; dry leguminous vegetables (pulses); international food supply chain (FSC); DEMATEL approach.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJLEG.2024.10068328
     
  • Addressing Challenges and Exploring Solutions for Net Zero in Logistics   Order a copy of this article
    by Anchal Gupta 
    Abstract: In Paris Agreement, 196 countries have pledged to achieve net-zero goals by 2050. For developing economies, net-zero emissions targets in the logistics sector are crucial but challenging milestones. The present study attempts to identify the barriers to reduce carbon emissions in the logistics sector through a systematic literature review and expert opinion. The Best-Worst method prioritised 22 barriers under four categories (Organizational, Operational, technological, and Government-related). Government-related barriers are the most crucial, followed by organisational, operational, and technological barriers. Few real-life case illustrations of Indian logistics companies are discussed to understand their current sustainable initiatives for reaching net-zero targets by 2050. The author has suggested potential solutions to overcome and address the most crucial government and organisational barriers after undergoing existing sustainable practices. This study can help industry practitioners understand the barriers to achieving low carbon economies in their companies and assist in rectifying issues by suggesting possible potential solutions.
    Keywords: Net zero goals; logistics sector; barriers; potential solutions; BWM; developing economies.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJLEG.2025.10070017
     

 

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