Added a page discussing the main possible configurations of value chains and the respective challenges they are facing; massification, consolidation, deconsolidation and distribution.
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The Configuration of Value Chains
The configuration of value chains is related to the market segments they are servicing and to what extent consolidation and economies of scale are achievable. One-to-one. Involves supply chains characterized by a few large suppliers and consumers, such as for energy and mining products. This allows for economies of scale,
Planning the future of transportation (CBC Radio Interview)
I appear on a CBC (@sparkcbc; Canadian Radio) podcast concerning the future of transportation. The interview can be accessed using the link below. https://www.cbc.ca/radio/spark/planning-the-future-of-transportation-think-sustainability-social-equity-experts-say-1.5738909
Continue readingCosmetic improvements to the web site
The Geography of Transport Systems has been upgraded with a new theme offering a clearer visual interface and more consistent with the cover of the published 5th edition. This particularly includes the color palette.
Continue readingDimensions of trade facilitation (new page)
Provided a primer about the three core dimensions of trade facilitation; integration, distribution and transactions.
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The rationale for trade (new page)
Added a primer explaining the rationale for trade, which is articulated around the concepts of necessity, convenience, scarcity and abundance.
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International trade can be derived from the principles of necessity or convenience in the demand. Necessary trade goods are usually resources and raw materials that cannot be easily substituted, conferring an enduring absolute advantage. Trade goods of convenience can be substituted and replicated, implying comparative advantages that may change in
Bottlenecks to logistics policy (new page)
Added a new page in the Transport Policy section detailing the four major bottlenecks to logistics policy (capacity, operations, institutions and labor).
Continue readingLogistics Policy Bottlenecks
An approach to logistics policies is to mitigate critical bottlenecks. Because bottlenecks occur at specific locations or jurisdictions (such as a port authority) and over a specific function (e.g. customs clearance), they involve challenges that can be identified and mitigated, therefore promoting logistics performance. They represent key areas (in a