Logistics knowledge creation: reflections on content, context and processes

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Title:	Logistics knowledge creation: reflections on content, context and processes
Author(s):	Jan Stentoft Arlbjørn, (DANDY A/S, Dandyvej, Vejle, Denmark), Arni Halldorsson, (Department of Operations Management, SCM Group, Copenhagen Business School, Frederiksberg, Denmark)
Citation:	Jan Stentoft Arlbjørn, Arni Halldorsson, (2002) "Logistics knowledge creation: reflections on content, context and processes", International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management, Vol. 32 Iss: 1, pp.22 - 40
Keywords:	Logistics knowledge, Methodology, Philosophy of science, Research, Theory
Article type:	Conceptual Paper
DOI:	10.1108/09600030210415289 (Permanent URL)
Publisher:	MCB UP Ltd
Abstract:	Outlines possible ways to question “what logistics knowledge is” and “how it comes about”, as a means to improve the craftsmanship in logistics research. The logistics knowledge-creation activity is examined with respect to its content, context and processes. A framework distinguishing three levels of abstraction (philosophy of science, methodology and theory, and practice) is presented and discussed. This framework highlights some key issues to be considered when research in logistics and supply-chain management is to be carried out. The implications of the paper should be considered as complementary to increased rigor and borrowing theories from other disciplines as a means to enrich the logistics discipline.