| Abstract [eng] |
Supervisor – Jurgita Petrauskienė Master’s thesis was prepared in Vilnius, in 2023 Scope of Master’s thesis – 75 pages. Number of tables used in the FMT – 1 pc. Number of figures used in the FMT – 19 pcs. Number of bibliography and references – 202 pcs. The FMT described in brief: The main goal of this study is to investigate if emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, sustainable technologies (such as electric vehicles) and telematics are already changing logistics business models. Problem: Logistics sector and whole supply chain had to go through a lot of challenges in the past years. Impact of new technologies and the effect of these technologies on logistics business models and resilience to challenges has received little examination. Objectives: 1. Perform thorough literature analysis about aforementioned technologies and their impact for logistics. 2. Analyze annual reports of various companies working in air, maritime and integrated logistics sectors to see if investments in technology improves financial performance and operational efficiency. 3. Perform interviews with sector’s professionals to understand real situation. 4. Provide recommendations based on literature, annual reports analysis and interviews. Research methods: 1. Systematic scientific literature review. 2. Quantitative analysis of annual reports. 3. Qualitative analysis of interviews with sector’s professionals. 4. Developing conclusions based on literature, annual reports analysis and interviews. Research and results obtained: Research proved that analyzed technologies (AI, electrification, and telematics) play very important role in all branches of logistics. Introduction of technologies is mandatory and some companies are raising a risk on technology and IT – if not implemented, business can be disrupted. However, technologies do not yet seem to be drastically changing business models – there are some changes happening, although, the main purpose to implement technologies is to optimize costs and increase work efficiency. Conclusions and recommendations: Main factor driving logistics businesses to implement disruptive technologies is sustainability that is being imposed by governments and various institutions. Due to that companies are investing in sustainable fuels, AI, etc. Business models are not yet changing a lot or companies are not enclosing it to keep the competitive advantage. Big changes are expected in 5-10 years with the technological advancements. |
