E-logistics: informatization of Slovenian transport logistics cluster

Abstract

In search of higher competitiveness, organisations are in search for innovative business models, in order to foster economic benefits. In Slovenia, several clusters are being formed, including Slovenian transport logistics cluster (STLC) as one of the most important cluster. Currently STLC is in the stage of dynamic growth, demanding business model formation and adequate informatization. The main goal is to present the informatization of STLC, bridging the gap between supply chain management (SCM) and e-logistics. The informatization of STLC is presented through several phases. The first phase is business modeling of existing business processes of organizations (AS-IS model). The results of the first phase give us an in-depth view of STLC that is used for future business model setup. Next, TO-BE processes are created which are to be implemented and supported through informatization. The result of informatization project is shown as homogenic and transparent business activity between cluster members. The purposes of STLC informatization are business model creation, standardization of business processes, cost cutting, improved business performance; operational times decrease, asset management, and shipment tracing which are the basics of economic competitiveness