Analysis of Outbound Logistics Channels for Construction Material in North- Central Nigeria.
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2018-09-26
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Engineering Project and Production Management
Abstract
Outbound logistics channels are of crucial importance for an efficient construction materials
logistics management and impacts on customer satisfaction. This study is aimed at understanding
the out bound logistics channels of construction materials logistics management utilised in Nigeria
manufacturing industries. A case study research approach and purposive sampling technique were
adopted, sample comprising six construction materials manufactured and distributed within the
North-central region of Nigeria. The study was descriptive using primary data collected through
observations, direct measurement onsite and archival records of transactions. Data analysis
revealed that all the manufacturing companies used multiple channels for the delivery of their
products to customers, 79% of the distribution centers/warehouses and retailers store were located
between 0 - 350 kilometers away from the manufacturers plants which is the recommended
distance for road transport economies to be achieved. In addition, the findings established that the
average transportation cost per average distances decreases as the distance increases, while the
average transportation cost per average tons shipped increases with increases in average distance.
The study findings would assist the practitioners and decision makers on how to achieve effective
and efficient outbound logistics channels for construction materials.
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Logistics Channels, Distribution Center, Construction materials, Transportation and Warehousing