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- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing
- Copyright
- Copyright © Emerald Group Publishing Limited
- ISSN
- 0960-0035
- DOI
- 10.1108/EUM0000000000395
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Abstract
Examines empirically which of a range of variables affect managersperceptions of the management information system MIS designed tosupport logistics. The results suggest that the adoption of computersoftware, the use of specific informational control devices and someaspects of logistics organisation have an effect in both smaller andlarger firms. Other variables, such as the title and tenure of thesenior logistics executive, do not systematically predict variance inmanagers perceptions of logistics MIS.
Journal
International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management – Emerald Publishing
Published: Jul 1, 1991