Towards Smart Logistics: The Economic Viability of Location-based Services based on IMS in the Logistics Industry

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Introduction
  • Thesis Structure
  • Background Information
• LBS and Smart Logistics
  • Motivation within the Logistics Industry
  • Motivations for Telco Operators and LBS Providers
    • Understanding the Context
    • IMS: The Enabling Architectural Framework
• The Role of ICT in Favour of Smart Logistics
  • Current Challenges and Key Drivers in the Logistics Industry
  • Smart Logistics based on ICT
• Towards Smart Logistics: the LBS Approach Based on IMS
  • How it Works: The Logistics Provider's Perspective
  • Implications for Telecom Operators and LBS Providers
    • Intelligent Network (IN) Limitations
    • Issues on Private Data Security
    • LBS Based on IMS: Implementation Requirements
  • LBS based on IMS: SWOT Analysis

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This thesis investigates the economic viability of Location-based Services (LBS) within the European logistics industry, particularly focusing on on-road transportation. The primary objective is to assess the potential of LBS, enabled by the IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS), to contribute to fuel reduction, operational savings, and a low-carbon economy.

• Economic feasibility of LBS in the logistics industry
• Role of IMS as an enabling framework for Smart Logistics
• Potential benefits of LBS for logistics providers and telecom operators
• Challenges and opportunities related to data security and privacy
• Impact of LBS on environmental sustainability and CO2 emissions reduction

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

• Introduction: This chapter sets the context for the thesis, outlining the research question and the structure of the paper. It also discusses the evolving landscape of logistics and the importance of incorporating innovative technologies to meet the demands of a dynamic industry.
• LBS and Smart Logistics: This chapter delves into the motivations for adopting LBS within the logistics industry, highlighting the potential benefits for both logistics providers and telecommunication operators. It also explores the role of IMS as an enabling framework for the realization of LBS in the logistics sector.
• The Role of ICT in Favour of Smart Logistics: This chapter examines current challenges and key drivers in the European logistics industry, emphasizing the importance of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in fostering the transition towards Smart Logistics.
• Towards Smart Logistics: The LBS Approach Based on IMS: This chapter presents a comprehensive overview of the LBS approach based on IMS, analyzing its potential applications, benefits, and challenges. It focuses on the perspectives of different stakeholders, including logistics providers, telecommunication operators, and data security experts.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

This thesis explores the intersection of Smart Logistics, Location-based Services (LBS), and the IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS). The research investigates the economic feasibility of LBS for the European logistics industry, particularly in the context of on-road transportation, with a focus on achieving fuel reduction, operational savings, and environmental sustainability. The key themes include: Smart Logistics, LBS, IMS, economic feasibility, fuel reduction, operational savings, data security, and environmental impact.