Design Framework for 3PLS Logistics Facility Network Based on IDEF0
Haijun Mao · Journal of Transportation Engineering and Information · 2007
Logistics facility network for the third party providers (3PLS) acts as the critical base to provide adaptive and effective custom services. According to the characteristics,context and scope of the design framework of the logistics facility network for 3PLS,a seven step procedure of the design framework is proposed firstly in this paper, including analyzing orientation and client logistics needs,designing initial network,conforming the potential facility sites,engendering the projects,evaluating the projects and implementing the project. Furthermore,a general design framework is described by IDEF0 systematic method aiming at the logistics facility network planning procedure for 3PLS presented in this study.