Logistics Research beyond 2000: Theory, Method and Relevance

Logistics is a fertile field for scientific research constituting the application of various theories borrowed from the more established disciplines. There is an increasing need for the evaluation of the theory use in order to constitute a solid base for future development of the field. This paper seeks to elucidate the patterns of evolving logistics research since 2000 through the investigation of different theories and research methods employed. This study attempts to highlight the tension between the theories and the research methods employed in logistics discipline. It contributes to the current literature by providing an up-to-date outlook of the logistics research.