Research on Express Logistics Competitiveness Based on Value Chain Analysis

From the view of value chain, the article analyzes the forming mechanism of logistics value chain, and the value of the various aspects of the express delivery. By that way, express enterprises can identify the value-added parts from the whole process of mails or goods from senders to receivers, and all these parts will lead to logistics value added. Based on value chain analysis, a model of logistics competitiveness is established. The model includes four aspects: location, network optimization / integration, value-added services / response and performance measures, which form the core competitiveness for express enterprises http://www.emj-journal.org/paperInfo.aspx?ID=1056