...technologies implemented by the trucking industry that are designed to improve safety, productivity, and help the trucking industry keep up with the changes of the manufacturing and distribution industry's choice to keep a lower level of inventory on hand by using the just-in-time business practice. The following table illustrates the major changes to the trucking industry by Congress that required new technology, in order for the trucking industry to comply with the new regulation. Table 1-History of Changes in the Trucking Industry Date | Event | 1935 | Congress passed the Motor Carrier Act. This gave the Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC) authority to regulate the motor carriers and drivers involved in interstate commerce by granting operating permits, approving trucking routes, and setting tariff rates. | 1967 | Department of Transportation (DOT) is created.Through the Office of Motor Carriers and the National Traffic Safety Administration, DOT oversees a...
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...facilitate new forms of scholarship. For more information about JSTOR, please contact support@jstor.org. Penn State University Press is collaborating with JSTOR to digitize, preserve and extend access to Transportation Journal. http://www.jstor.org This content downloaded from 111.68.99.23 on Thu, 08 Oct 2015 12:36:12 UTC All use subject to JSTOR Terms and Conditions Historical Perspective of the Logistics and Supply Chain Management Discipline R. Neil Southern Abstract The purpose of this article is to examine the evolution of the study of business logistics and supply chain management from the perspective of one who has participated firsthand in the discipline in industry and academic positions over the past six decades. The subject matter is organized in chronological order by decade. The 1950s were primarily a decade of transportation. During the 1960s the study of transportation evolved into the study of physical distribution. During the early 1970s more attention was given to physical supply, the inbound side of logistics systems. Later in the 1970s, universities began to offer more...
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...Vo l u m e 2 N u m b e r 2 , 2 0 0 1 / p . 2 3 5 - 2 4 5 e s t ey j o u r n a l . c o m The Estey Centre Journal of and Trade Po l i cy An Analysis of an Alliance: NAFTA Trucking and the US Insurance Industry 1 Bradly Condon Professor, Department of Business, Instituto Tecnologico Autonomo de Mexico I n t e rn ational L aw Tapen Sinha Seguros Comercial America Chair Professor, Department of Actuarial Studies, Instituto Tecnologico Autonomo de Mexico and Professor, School of Business, University of Nottingham In the NAFTA, the United States agreed to phase out restrictions on the operation of Mexican trucking companies in the United States. When the deadlines came, the Clinton Administration chose to maintain the restrictions. Following a NAFTA panel ruling against the United States, the Bush Administration announced it would remove the restrictions. The decision has met with opposition from both truckers and insurers in the United States, who cite safety concerns. This article examines the economic, political and legal forces at work in this debate, as well as the relationship between the NAFTA and WTO rules on trade in services that apply. Keywords: NAFTA; insurance; trucking; WTO Introduction y a 285–143 roll call, the U.S. House of Representatives voted on June 26, 2001, that it would block the Transportation Department from issuing permits that would let Mexican trucks operate throughout the United States. This vote is the result of opposition from...
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...Chapter 2: How Airline Markets Work...Or Do They? Regulatory Reform in the Airline Industry Severin Borenstein and Nancy L. Rose October 2008 Severin Borenstein is E.T. Grether Professor of Business Administration and Public Policy at the Haas School of Business, U.C. Berkeley (www.haas.berkeley.edu), Director of the University of California Energy Institute (www.ucei.org), and a Research Associate of the National Bureau of Economic Research (www.nber.org). Address: Haas School of Business, University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720-1900. Email: borenste@haas.berkeley.edu. Nancy Rose is Professor of Economics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (econwww.mit.edu) and a Research Associate of the National Bureau of Economic Research. Address: MIT Department of Economics, E52-280b, 50 Memorial Drive, Cambridge MA 02142-1347. Email: nrose@mit.edu. Nancy Rose gratefully acknowledges fellowship support from the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation and MIT. We thank Andrea Martens, Jen-Jen L’ao, Yao Lu and Michael Bryant for research assistance on this project. For helpful comments and discussions, we thank Jim Dana, Joe Farrell, Michael Levine, Steven Berry, participants in the NBER conference on regulatory reform, September 2005, and seminars at University of Toronto, Northwestern University, University of Michigan, UC Berkeley, and UC Davis. This paper is forthcoming as Chapter 2 of Economic Regulation and Its Reform: What Have We Learned?, N.L....
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...Implementation and Development of Vehicle Tracking and Immobilization Technologies MTI Report 09-04 MINETA TRANSPORTATION INSTITUTE The Norman Y. Mineta International Institute for Surface Transportation Policy Studies (MTI) was established by Congress as part of the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991. Reauthorized in 1998, MTI was selected by the U.S. Department of Transportation through a competitive process in 2002 as a national “Center of Excellence.” The Institute is funded by Congress through the United States Department of Transportation’s Research and Innovative Technology Administration, the California Legislature through the Department of Transportation (Caltrans), and by private grants and donations. The Institute receives oversight from an internationally respected Board of Trustees whose members represent all major surface transportation modes. MTI’s focus on policy and management resulted from a Board assessment of the industry’s unmet needs and led directly to the choice of the San José State University College of Business as the Institute’s home. The Board provides policy direction, assists with needs assessment, and connects the Institute and its programs with the international transportation community. MTI’s transportation policy work is centered on three primary responsibilities: Research MTI works to provide policy-oriented research for all levels of government and the private sector to foster the development of optimum surface...
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...ammunition. Most importantly, trains were the steam engine that fueled the industrial revolution. The railway industry’s history is rich with experience and wise with age, as it has survived many seemingly insurmountable obstacles, including: the Great Depression, civil war, the advent of automobiles and airplanes and federal regulation. Federal regulation took the largest toll on the industry as it restricted the ability of the industry to adapt to future demands and market requirements. The growth of rail was stunted by 100 years of federal regulation and since the Staggers Act of 1980 which led to deregulation, the industry has been struggling to recover. After the implementation of the Staggers Act the industry has undergone serious reconstruction which has increased the overall performance and reliability of rail. As service levels improve the demand for low rates and large capacity hauls has skyrocketed. One study suggests that by 2035 the demand to move tonnage by railroads will increase by 88 percent, requiring a $135 billion investment to meet this increased demand (Nealer, Matthews, & Hendrickson, 2012). The increase in demand is a result of growing environmental consciousness and extreme scrutiny on the trucking industry. Rail provides long term environmental...
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...Technology and Innovation Management WORKING PAPER Influence of Government Policies on Industry Development: The Case of India’s Automotive Industry Mahipat Ranawat Rajnish Tiwari March 2009 Working Paper No. 57 Hamburg University of Technology Schwarzenbergstr. 95, D-21073 Hamburg, Germany Tel.: +49 (0)40 42878-3777; Fax: +49 (0)40 42878-2867 www.tu-harburg.de/tim www.global-innovation.net Influence of Government Policies on Industry Development: The Case of India’s Automotive Industry By Mahipat Ranawat and Rajnish Tiwari Hamburg University of Technology Institute of Technology and Innovation Management Schwarzenbergstr. 95, 21073 Hamburg (Germany) Tel. +49 – (0)40 – 428 78 – 3776, Fax: +49 – (0)40 – 428 78 – 2867 mahipat.ranawat@tuhh.de; rajnish.tiwari@tuhh.de www.tuhh.de/tim; www.global-innovation.net Abstract The automotive industry in India has come a long way from its nascent state at the time of India’s independence in 1947 to its present day dynamic form. As compared to the production of mere 4,000 vehicles in 1950, the production of the industry crossed the historic landmark of 10 million vehicles in 2006. Today, the industry produces a wide range of automobiles and auto-components catering to both the domestic as well as foreign markets. The development of the industry has been shaped by the demand on the one hand and the government interventions on the other; the influence of the latter being considerable. The evolution of India’s automotive industry is identified...
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...Chapter-1 – INTRODUCTION 1.1 Indian Scenario in Shipping Maritime transport, which plays a vital role in the development of the country, comprises ports, shipping, shipbuilding and ship repair, and inland water transport systems. According to the Ministry of Shipping, Government of India, approximately 95% of the India’s trade by volume, and 70% by value, is moved through maritime transport. India is among the top 20 leading countries having large number of merchant fleets in the world. The Gross Tonnage (GT) under the Indian flag was 10.1 million GT as of 1.09.2010, with as much as 1029 ships in operation. Ports act as an interface between ocean transport and land transport. India has 12 major ports viz. Kolkata (including Dock complex at Haldia), Paradip, Vishakapatnam, Chennai, Ennore, Tuticorin, Cochin, New Mangalore, Mormugao, Jawaharlal Nehru at Nhava, Mumbai, and Kandla, and 187 minor ports. Despite recessionary conditions, traffic handled at major ports has grown on an average by 5.7% in the year 2009-10, over the year 2008-09. However, ports like Haldia (-20.4%), Ennore (-6.9%) and New Mangalore (-3.2%) are few of the main ports that witnessed negative growth in 2009-10. Nevertheless, most of the ports have not achieved their target for the year 2009-10. Mormugao (8.5%), Tuticorin (8.1%) Mumbai (2%), Kandla (2%), and Paradip (1.8%) were the only ports which achieved their growth target for 2009-10. Haldia (-22.1%)...
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...A RESEARCH REPORT ON “A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF CUSTOMER SATISFACTION TOWARD PERFORMANCE OF HERO HONDA, TVS AND BAJAJ BIKES” (A CASE OF BAREILLY CITY) SUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL FOR CONDUCT OF FIELD RESEARCH FOR PARTIAL FULLFILLMENT OF THE MASTER IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DEGREE FROM U.P. TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY, LUCKNOW Under the Kind Guidance of: Mr. PANKAJ DIXIT Co-ordinator Management R.B.M.I. Bareilly Submitted By: DESH RAJ SINGH M.B.A. IV - Sem Roll No. :-0701670033 SUBMITTED TO: DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION RAKSHPAL BAHADUR MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE, BAREILLY (U.P.) DECLERATION I, Desh Raj Singh, student of M.B.A IV sem (university roll no.0701670033) at RBMI; hereby declare that I have completed my research report on the topic titled “A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF CUSTOMER SATISFACTION TOWARD PERFORMANCE OF HERO HONDA, TVS AND BAJAJ BIKES” as a compulsory part of my course curriculum. The information provided in the report is original and has not been copied from anywhere. This report is not submitted to any other university/institute for the award of any other degree/diploma. DESH RAJ SINGH MBA IV Sem. Roll No. 0701670033 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT “NO MAN IS COMPLETE IN KNOWLEDGE BUT SINGLE RAY OF KNOWLEDGE CAN BE HELPFUL TO MAN”. The research on “A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF CUSTOMER SATISFACTION TOWARD PERFORMANCE OF HERO HONDA, TVS AND BAJAJ BIKES” has been given to me as part of the curriculum in Two-Years Masters Degree in Business Administration....
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...Felician College Advanced Clinical Pathophysiology NURS 505 Dr. Tritak November 14, 2015 “ I pledge my honor that I have neither given nor received inappropriate aid on this assignment” Tay-Sach's Disease Disease and the deterioration it causes on the human existence is a tragic but inevitable phenomenon that man has dealt with throughout time. Death is unavoidable, yet the situation becomes evermore helpless when it strikes the young; the innocent who have not had their share of time, as is the case with a condition like Tay-Sachs disease. Fortunately, much childhood disease that plagued us for centuries has been eradicated due to the advances of modern science, and with the prospects of genetic technology today, the future is looking promising for those that have manage to elude scientists, like Tay-Sachs. However, Tay-Sachs is not a disease that can be considered in terms of science alone; it effects a unique ethnic population whose history and beliefs need to be considered in a sensitive manner. Tay-Sachs disease is a genetic disorder that is devastating in its deadliness. This rare fatal disease is passed down through families. The disease’s hyphenated name is the result of two doctors, who worked independently of one another in the late 1800s. Dr. Warren Tay, an ophthalmologist, was the first to characterize one of the tell tale signs of the disease, the retina of the eye has a cherry red spot. A New York, neurologist, Dr. Bernard Sachs provided the first...
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...was 72,264 cr. and the number of units sold was 6.15 lakh units2. The industry is segmented into Goods and Passenger vehicles with each segment further divided into LCVs (Light Commercial Vehicles) and M&HCVs (Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicles). A detailed classification of commercial vehicles can be found in Figure 1. Figure 1: CLASSIFICATION OF commercial vehicles Source: CRISIL Research, 14-Mar-2015 report Three major domestic players, namely Tata Motors, Mahindra and Mahindra and Ashok Leyland, dominate the industry. Strong positive outlook and space for growth has enticed foreign players, such as Volvo, Daimler and Isuzu Motors, to make an entry into the market. The existing players as well as the new entrants are looking at collaborations and joint ventures (Ashok Leyland-Nissan, Volvo-Eicher) with a view to consolidate their respective positions in the industry. There is renewed focus on high-end technology to create a product differentiation and provide better value for the customers. Tata Motors is market leader in all the...
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...engine developed by the German engineer Hans von Ohain. At the same time, Ohain was developing his engine, British engineer Frank Whittle was also developing a jet engine independently and without the knowledge of Ohain's work. Whittle stymied by lack of funding and resources, persevered and in May 1941 the Whittle W.1 engine flew in the Gloster E.28/39 (Boyne, 2014, para. 21). American development of the jet engines American research in the jet engine for aircraft use began in the 1930's, the studies looked at both turbojet and turboprop but only concerning aircraft designs of the day and did not take into consideration the jet engines weight savings and power output potential. In 1939 Turbo Engineering Corporation (TEC) built an experimental engine from a two-stage turbo supercharger that was rigged to run under its own power. In 1940 Lockheed started a project to build the L-1000 turbojet engine. In 1941 the military became interested in the jet engine and several companies began design studies to create one, they included; General Electric (GE), Westinghouse, TEC, and Northrop. Development accelerated on February 25, 1941, when Army General Henry "Hap" Arnold, wrote to Vanever Bush, Chairman of the National Defense Research Committee (NDRC) and the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA), about the progress the Germans were making in jet propulsion. Arnold urged him to push for more research into it. In response to Arnold's letter, Bush established the NACA Special Committee...
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...NAME: RANJIT KAUR SAHOTA. ROLL NO. : 34. CLASS: TYBMS. SUBJECT: LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT. TOPIC: COMPANY- 3PL MAHINDRA LOGISTICS LTD. PROFESSOR IN CHARGE: POONAM MIRWANI. SUBMISSION DATE: 17TH OCTOBER 2013. INDEX Sr No. | Particulars | Page No. | 1 | Introduction | 3-4 | 2 | Definition of 3PL | 4-5 | 3 | History of the Company | 6-10 | 4 | Awards Received | 11 | 5 | SCM At Mahindra Logistics | 11-14 | 6 | Mahindra Logistics on the Road to Success | 14-16 | 7 | About Mahindra Group | 17-22 | 8 | Quick Facts | 23 | 9 | Top 5 Critical Success Factors | 23 | 10 | 3PL Data Structure | 24 | 11 | About CEO And Interview of Pirojshaw Sarkari | 25-35 | 12 | Benefits of 3PL Companies | 36 | 13 | 5 Reasons to use a 3PL Provider | 36 | 14 | Types of 3PL providers | 37 | 15 | Examples of Types of 3PL’s | 38 | 16 | Biblography | 39 | INTRODUCTION: For people new to the supply chain management and logistics industry, the term “3PL” is likely an unfamiliar term. This is certainly not surprising as every industry always has their own set of acronyms and buzz words, but I’d like to provide some clarity to the commonly asked question, What is a 3pl? 3PL Warehouse Facility, photo by Joe Goldberg A couple years ago I put together a list to provide a3PL definition but truly understanding what a 3PL company is and the services they provide really deserves a more in depth explanation. While it isn’t immediately clear exactly who coined the term...
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...Licensed to: CengageBrain User Licensed to: CengageBrain User This is an electronic version of the print textbook. Due to electronic rights restrictions, some third party content may be suppressed. Editorial review has deemed that any suppressed content does not materially affect the overall learning experience. The publisher reserves the right to remove content from this title at any time if subsequent rights restrictions require it. For valuable information on pricing, previous editions, changes to current editions, and alternate formats, please visit www.cengage.com/highered to search by ISBN#, author, title, or keyword for materials in your areas of interest. Copyright 2012 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. May not be copied, scanned, or duplicated, in whole or in part. Due to electronic rights, some third party content may be suppressed from the eBook and/or eChapter(s). Editorial review has deemed that any suppressed content does not materially affect the overall learning experience. Cengage Learning reserves the right to remove additional content at any time if subsequent rights restrictions require it. Licensed to: CengageBrain User Managing Supply Chains: A Logistics Approach, Ninth International Edition John J. Coyle, C. John Langley Jr., Robert A. Novack, Brian J. Gibson Vice President of Editorial, Business: Jack W. Calhoun Editor-in-Chief: Joe Sabatino Senior Acquisitions Editor: Charles McCormick, Jr. Developmental Editor: Daniel Noguera Editorial...
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...favorable. The liberalization policy and various tax relief by the Govt. of India in recent years has made remarkable impacts on Indian Automobile Industry. Indian auto industry, which is currently growing at the pace of around 18 % per annum, has become a hot destination for global auto players like Volvo, General Motors and Ford. A well developed transportation system plays a key role in the development of an economy, and India is no exception to it. With the growth of transportation system the Automotive Industry of India is also growing at rapid speed, occupying an important place on the 'canvas' of Indian economy. Today Indian automotive industry is fully capable in producing various kinds of vehicles and can be divided into 03 broad categories: Cars, two-wheelers and heavy vehicles. ← The first automobile in India rolled in 1897 in Bombay. ← India is being recognized as potential emerging auto market. ← Foreign players are adding to their investments in Indian auto industry. ← Within two-wheelers, motorcycles contribute 80% of the segment size. ← Unlike the USA, the Indian passenger vehicle market is dominated by cars (79%). ← Tata Motors dominates over 60% of the Indian commercial vehicle market. ← 2/3rd of auto component production is consumed directly by OEMs. ← India is the largest three-wheeler market in the world. ← India is the largest two-wheeler manufacturer in the world. ← India is the second largest tractor manufacturer in the world...
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