Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14365/1864
Title: Line-haul optimization of OFLT Inc. A teaching case study
Authors: Adivar, Burcu Ozcam
Yurt, Oznur
Keywords: United States of America
Land transport
Distribution management
Freight forwarding
Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd
Abstract: Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to describe a case study which can be used as a teaching exercise. This study aims to support students' and/or practitioners' knowledge on line-haul optimization techniques and their ability to analyze and solve problems on transportation management. Design/methodology/approach - This paper focuses on transportation management processes of a leading company in the sector, Ohio Freight Lines Transportation Inc., and a consultancy firm, A.C. Consultancy Service Inc. Although it is a real case, the name of the company has been omitted due to confidentiality reasons. However, this should not affect the key messages and learning points. Findings - At the end of the case text, ten questions and their potential answers are also provided as a teaching note. Originality/value - The case study is based on the idea that a firm's efficiency and profitability levels depend on its operational efficiencies.
URI: https://doi.org/10.1108/09727980911007217
https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14365/1864
ISSN: 0972-7981
2049-3207
Appears in Collections:Scopus İndeksli Yayınlar Koleksiyonu / Scopus Indexed Publications Collection
WoS İndeksli Yayınlar Koleksiyonu / WoS Indexed Publications Collection

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