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Logistics Research is an academic, double-blind, peer-reviewed journal, publishing research from an interdisciplinary perspective in logistics management and engineering. Logistics Research solicits and publishes work advancing the development of logistics theory, methods and innovative logistics practices as well as the integration of the various associated disciplines such as management and social sciences, economics, behavioral sciences, operations research, informatics, and other relevant engineering sciences.

ISSN: 1865-035X
eISSN: 1865-0368

You can publish an open access article in this diamond partnership journal. Authors in this journal are not required to pay an article processing charge (APC)

Aims and scope

Logistics Research features fundamental and applied research in the fields of logistics and supply chain management from an interdisciplinary perspective. Logistics Research publishes original papers with theory-based empirical studies, quantitative model application studies and technical innovations in the domain of logistics. Special focus is placed on the dissemination of such work within the international community of researchers, academics, and practitioners interested in and dealing with logistics applications. This is achieved through a combination of high standards in content and simultaneous effort to assure applicability, accessibility and readability beyond the research community. It facilitates the interchange of information across disciplines while providing a forum for new technologies, management systems and insights into all facets of logistics.

Logistics Research focuses on interdisciplinary methods of logistics management and engineering. The journal welcomes high-quality manuscripts utilising a wide range of methodologies to investigate logistical issues in individual companies, logistics systems, or countries with multi-disciplinary and cross-functional approaches. We have a particular interest in emerging, cross-cutting and cross-functional topics that have the potential to shape logistics going forward (e.g., new delivery technology, new applications, new solution methods).

Logistics Research seeks theoretically grounded, empirical and conceptual, quantitative and qualitative original research studies in logistics, distribution, engineering, operations and supply chain management, and associated logistics issues. Papers without a clear application and no distinctive demonstration of the impact on logistics management and engineering are considered out of scope and not suitable for Logistics Research.

Subjects include, but are not limited to:

  • Management theories and social science applied to logistics systems
  • Quantitative methods and decision support systems in logistics
  • Technical logistics and logistics engineering
  • AI, information and communication technology in logistics
  • Supply chain management and logistics management
  • Transportation management and routing
  • Sustainability in logistics and green logistics

New Horizon of Logistics Research

Transparency Statement for Logistics Research

1. Journal Ownership: Logistics Research is published by Emerald Publishing on behalf of Bundesvereinigung Logistik (BVL).

2. Governing Body: The core editorial team is appointed and managed by Bundesvereinigung Logistik (BVL). The journal is governed by the editorial team in collaboration with Emerald Publishing.

3. Peer Review Process: The journal operates a double-anonymous peer review model. All articles undergo an initial assessment by the journal editor. If they are considered suitable, articles will then be reviewed by a minimum of two external reviewers to assess suitability for publication. Final responsibility for editorial decisions rests with the Editor-in-Chief of the journal.

4. Editorial Team/Contact Information: Contact details for the editorial team can be found on the journal homepage. Queries may also be directed to Emerald's Publishing team as follows: Serena Tsai (Publishing Services Manager) - [email protected]

5. Copyright: All articles in the journal are published Open Access under a Creative Commons Attribution license (CC BY-4.0). This allows authors to retain copyright of their work whilst others can share, use and build upon this work created as long as appropriate attribution is given.

6. Author Fees: The journal is published under a Platinum Open Access arrangement, in that all costs associated with publishing an Open Access article in the journal are funded by Bundesvereinigung Logistik (BVL). There are currently no Article Processing Charges to the author(s).

7. Allegations of Misconduct: All journals published by Emerald are members of and subscribe to the principles of the Committee on Publication Ethics. In the event of any allegation of research or publication misconduct the publisher and editor will adhere to COPE guidelines in dealing with such allegations.

8. Conflicts of Interest: Authors are asked to declare any financial or ethical conflicts of interest upon submitting their work to the journal. Difficult cases will be referred to the Committee on Publishing Ethics (COPE) for advice.

9: Frequency: The journal currently publishes two issues per annum.

10: Access: All journal articles are published Open Access on EmeraldInsight.com under a CCBY 4.0 licence (please see section 5).

11. Revenue Sources: The journal is published under a platinum Open Access arrangement, in that all costs associated with publishing an Open Access article in the journal are funded by Bundesvereinigung Logistik (BVL).

12. Advertising: The journal does not accept direct advertising.

13: Archiving: Emerald provides perpetual access for all e-journal content by working with digital preservation schemes Portico, LOCKSS and CLOCKSS.

14: Originality: Any manuscript you submit to this journal should be original. That means it should not have been published before in its current, or similar, form. Exceptions to this rule are outlined in our pre-print and conference paper policies. If any substantial element of your paper has been previously published, you need to declare this to the journal editor upon submission. Please note, the journal editor may use Crossref Similarity Check to check on the originality of submissions received. For further information on originality, please see our editorial policy & originality guidelines.

15: Direct Marketing: On occasion the journal will use direct marketing activities (primarily email campaigns) to raise awareness of the journal and to invite authors to submit articles. Marketing activities are conducted by Bundesvereinigung Logistik (BVL) unless otherwise agreed with Emerald.

 

This statement was prepared by Sophia Walton (Emerald Publishing Services) on 9 August 2024.

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