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International Journal of Logistics Management provides a platform for development and examination of management theory and practice relating to logistics and the supply chain. We seek to deliver relevant research that delivers credible knowledge to industry and society while advancing the discipline.

ISSN: 0957-4093
eISSN: 0957-4093

Aims and scope

Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit manuscripts that advance theory and practice of logistics and supply chain management. While articles in any area of logistics or supply chain management are welcomed, the journal is especially interested in those dealing with management applications of theory and techniques. Articles which provide new knowledge and guidelines for framing, interpreting or implementing the logistics process in the supply chain are of particular interest.

International Journal of Logistics Management (IJLM) is interested in empirical research including a special preference for qualitative research. All articles are anonymously reviewed for publication by referees who look for original ideas that are clearly presented as a contribution to scientific knowledge.

IJLM aims to:

  • Provide a platform for new thinking on (new) problems, practices and techniques of logistics and supply chain management.
  • Provide a platform for new thinking on (new) problems, practices and techniques of global logistics and supply chain management.
  • Facilitate the interchange of information about logistics and supply chain management among business managers and researchers on a worldwide basis.
  • Provide executives and teachers with reports of current developments in the field of logistics and supply chain management.

Topics covered in IJLM include but are not limited to:

  • Circular Economy and Sustainability (logistics and SCM aspects)
  • Customer service
  • Food logistics and SCM
  • Integration (internal and external) and collaboration
  • Inventory management
  • Global logistics and SCM: Issues and changes
  • Logistics and supply chain innovation
  • New technology’s role and impact on logistics and SCM
  • Performance measurement/management
  • Retail logistics
  • Supply chain costing and finance
  • Supply chain strategy
  • Transportation and logistics business and management
  • Urban freight and logistics and last-mile logistics

How to write a qualitative case study: Gammelgaard, B. (2017), "Editorial: the qualitative case study", The International Journal of Logistics Management, Vol. 28 No. 4, pp. 910-913.

Editorial policy and focus of IJLM: Gammelgaard, B. (2019), "Editorial: Congratulations to IJLM on its first 30 years", The International Journal of Logistics Management, Vol. 30 No. 1, pp. 2-7.

Gammelgaard, B. (2023), "Editorial: Systems approaches are still providing new avenues for research as the foundation of logistics and supply chain management", The International Journal of Logistics Management, Vol. 34 No. 1, pp. 1-4.

This journal is aligned with our responsible management goal

We aim to champion researchers, practitioners, policymakers and organisations who share our goals of contributing to a more ethical, responsible and sustainable way of working.

SDG 8 Decent work & economic growth
SDG 9 Industry, innovation & infrastructure
SDG 10 Reduced inequalities
SDG 11 Sustainable cities & communities
SDG 12 Responsible consumption & production
SDG 13 Climate action
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