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Use of causal loop diagrams to assess future drivers and trends in South African transport 利用因果循环图评估南非交通运输的未来驱动因素和趋势

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Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management Pub Date : 2023-11-27 DOI: 10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.958

Frederik C. Rust, Leslie R. Sampson, Adriana A. Cachia, Benoit M. Verhaeghe, Helena S. Fourie, Michelle A. Smit

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External dynamic exasperations on the adoption of enterprise application architecture for supply chain management 采用企业应用架构进行供应链管理的外部动因

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Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management Pub Date : 2023-11-27 DOI: 10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.883

Kingston Xerxes Theophilus Lamola Lamola

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Optimising supply chain effectiveness among state-owned enterprises in South Africa 优化南非国有企业的供应链效率

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Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management Pub Date : 2023-11-22 DOI: 10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.981

E. Chinomona, Pfanelo Nematatani, L. Ntshingila

{"title":"Optimising supply chain effectiveness among state-owned enterprises in South Africa","authors":"E. Chinomona, Pfanelo Nematatani, L. Ntshingila","doi":"10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.981","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.981","url":null,"abstract":"Background: State-owned enterprises (SOEs) play an important role in the economies of many developed and developing countries. However, most SOEs fail to provide efficient or effective public service delivery. Therefore, it is necessary to investigate how SOEs in Gauteng province in South Africa can enhance supply chain effectiveness (SCE).Objectives: In the study, the relationships are investigated between total quality management (TQM), competitive advantage (CA), innovation (IN), SCE in the selected South African SOEs in Gauteng province.Method: A quantitative design was adopted in which a survey questionnaire was administered to 863 supply chain practitioners working in SOEs in South Africa Gauteng province. Data were analysed with the aid of Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS 27.0) and SMART PLS (version 3.0).Results: The results of the study showed that knowledge management and CA predict the establishment of SCE in SOEs in the Gauteng province. However, IN was not supported but is of significance towards achieving SCE in SOEs in the Gauteng province.Conclusion: The adoption of CA by SOEs over industry competitors is essential toward success.Contribution: The results of this study will contribute to the improvement of South Africa’s economy by enabling SOEs to establish a competitive edge in their respective industries.","PeriodicalId":43985,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2023-11-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139249123","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Conflict of lien laws relating to the sale of abandoned goods carried by multimodal transport in Ethiopia 与埃塞俄比亚多式联运所运载的弃置货物出售有关的留置权冲突法

Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management Pub Date : 2023-11-13 DOI: 10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.889

Tesfaye B. Takele, Matiwos E. Jaleta

{"title":"Conflict of lien laws relating to the sale of abandoned goods carried by multimodal transport in Ethiopia","authors":"Tesfaye B. Takele, Matiwos E. Jaleta","doi":"10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.889","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.889","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Inland dry ports in Ethiopia serve as extended destinations for goods transported by sea, especially under the international multimodal transport system, to fulfil customs formalities. Ethiopia’s multimodal transport law gives carriers lien rights to detain cargo and documents to recover all sums payable under multimodal contracts. However, the country’s customs law gives customs the right to sell abandoned goods by auction and collect duties and taxes before any other payments are made.Objectives: This study critically examines current regulations and practices relating to carriers’ lien rights to recover uncollected charges on goods abandoned at inland dry ports.Method: A qualitative case study design is used to analyse the challenges and provide solutions for multimodal transport operators dealing with abandoned goods at inland terminals.Results: A major reason for abandonment is that the proceeds of sales of abandoned goods are insufficient to pay for taxes and logistics expenses. The Ethiopian Shipping and Logistics Services Enterprise has lost an estimated 1.5 million USD annually from abandoned containers in multimodal transport.Conclusion: Based on the legislation and court of appeal precedents presented in this paper, multimodal transport operators’ uncollected charges should take priority over tax and duties for the proceeds of selling abandoned goods. As Ethiopia is a landlocked country, it needs to resolve this issue to ameliorate its multimodal transport system.Contribution: This paper suggests revising existing regulations and practices relating to unclaimed goods at inland terminals to recoup logistics costs ahead of tax. This will facilitate multimodal transport services’ use of inland terminals as extended destinations of seaports.","PeriodicalId":43985,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-11-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136347511","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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From the editor’s desk 从编辑的桌子上

Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management Pub Date : 2023-11-06 DOI: 10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.984

Stephen Kruger

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The role of African airlines in air transport liberalisation 非洲航空公司在航空运输自由化中的作用

Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management Pub Date : 2023-10-30 DOI: 10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.925

Tabisa N. Tshetu, Rose Luke, Jackie Walters

{"title":"The role of African airlines in air transport liberalisation","authors":"Tabisa N. Tshetu, Rose Luke, Jackie Walters","doi":"10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.925","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.925","url":null,"abstract":"Background: The African aviation liberalisation process began in 1988, following the liberalisation processes in Europe and the United States (US). However, by 2023, Intra-Africa air services are still reliant on the Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA) by which international traffic rights are exchanged in terms of the 1944 Chicago Convention, a multilateral treaty. These impose restrictions on intra-African connectivity and are obstacles to liberalisation. African multilateral initiatives, such as the Yamoussoukro Declaration, have varying levels of implementation by African states. While liberalisation efforts have major impacts on airlines, thus far these have been led by government structures. Objective: The main objectives of the study are to determine the involvement of airlines in African liberalisation development and the likely impact of the liberalisation initiatives on airline operations. Method: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 12 intra-Africa airline executives from four Regional Economic Communities (REC), which would be impacted by liberalisation. Results: The study finds that airlines do not fully participate in the development of liberalisation initiatives. Although sometimes consulted, their associations are usually only granted observer status at deliberations and negotiations. The likely impacts of the initiatives to airlines include direct connectivity, and harmonised African air transport access. Conclusion: The lack of airline participation may be a key reason for the slow progress towards liberalisation and full deregulation in Africa. Contribution: This study contributes to the body of knowledge, by being the first study to consider the role of airlines in the development of liberalisation initiatives.","PeriodicalId":43985,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136068148","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Impact of Omicron COVID-19 restrictions on air transport and tourism to and from South Africa COVID-19限制对往返南非的航空运输和旅游业的影响

Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management Pub Date : 2023-10-27 DOI: 10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.881

Joachim Vermooten

{"title":"Impact of Omicron COVID-19 restrictions on air transport and tourism to and from South Africa","authors":"Joachim Vermooten","doi":"10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.881","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.881","url":null,"abstract":"Background: The governments of important tourist source markets imposed additional travel restrictions (the Omicron restrictions) to South Africa (and neighbouring states) as a result of the identification of the Omicron variant of COVID-19 in South Africa. These restrictions interrupted and paused the recovery in international and regional passenger traffic to and from South Africa and its neighbouring states. Objectives: To determine the impact of Omicron-related air travel restrictions on passenger demand, the number of flights operated (supply of services), average passenger loads carried and salient tourism indicators. Method: The study identifies the monthly number of passengers and flights operated before and immediately following the imposition and lifting of Omicron-related travel restrictions. The counterfactual, to determine the traffic and tourism recovery would have been had these restrictions not been imposed is made by interpolation. Results: Significant decreases in the annual number of passengers carried, flights operated and the average loads of passengers were identified within two geographic areas, international and regional traffic, on over-border flights affected by Omicron restrictions and the impact on tourism and employment. Conclusion: The Omicron restrictions interrupted the recovery trend that started to emerge and caused a decline in passenger and tourism flows, tourism spending and employment. Contribution: The study determines the impact of the Omicron restrictions on South Africa to prevent rapid government overreaction where the causation of contagion is not objectively demonstrated.","PeriodicalId":43985,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136261829","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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The role of software in reverse logistics and effect on oily waste management 软件在逆向物流中的作用及其对含油废物管理的影响

Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management Pub Date : 2023-10-25 DOI: 10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.941

Khalil Bayramov

{"title":"The role of software in reverse logistics and effect on oily waste management","authors":"Khalil Bayramov","doi":"10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.941","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.941","url":null,"abstract":"Background: The oil and gas industry faces significant challenges in the management of oily waste, which requires effective reverse logistics practices. The incorporation of software in reverse logistics can potentially enhance the management of oily waste in the industry, but their effectiveness and implementation require exploration. Objectives: The aim of this research was to explore the role of effective software in managing oily waste within the reverse logistics processes of the oil and gas industry, highlight their importance and identify industry-specific software. Method: A literature review was conducted, and industry-specific software was identified through website analysis. Results: Specific software solutions were found to be effective in managing oily waste in reverse logistics, and their use promotes sustainability in the supply chain. Conclusion: The use of software in reverse logistics is an effective approach for managing oily waste and promoting sustainability in the oil and gas industry. Incorporating technology into reverse logistics practices can help to address the challenges of oily waste management. Contribution: This study contributes to the literature by providing insights into the potential of software in reverse logistics for effective oily waste management in the oil and gas industry.","PeriodicalId":43985,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135113808","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Acknowledgement to reviewers 审稿人致谢

Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management Pub Date : 2023-10-20 DOI: 10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.992

Editorial Office

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The postal performance of the South African Post Office: An international and local perspective 南非邮局的邮政表现:国际和本地视角

Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management Pub Date : 2023-10-19 DOI: 10.4102/jtscm.v17i0.948

Hans W. Ittmann

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