

Dear readers, we are pleased to present the ninth issue of the journal “LOGISTICS” for 2026. The issue features articles that not only reflect current industry trends but also provide practical guidance for managerial decision‑making.
Dear readers! You are holding the combined issue of the “LOGISTICS” journal, in which we have collected materials for July and August 2026. It brings together practice and theory, applied solutions and bold methodological explorations.
Dear readers! We are pleased to present you with the sixth issue of the journal for 2026, in which the theory and practice of logistics are explored in a variety of relevant areas. This issue is truly multifaceted, combining reflections on the essence of logistics processes with applied calculations and industry-specific cases.
Annotation. The proposed article discusses the topical aspects of joint planning as the most important tool for coordinating the participants of the supply chains.
Based on the study, the authors identified the main problems of joint planning of companies at the interfunctional and interorganizational levels of coordination, considered the principles of interaction between suppliers and consumers in partnerships.
Key words. Collaborative planning, cross-functional and inter-organizational coordination, strategic partnerships in supply chains, information integration
Annotation. The problems of logistics controlling as an important tool for improving the efficiency of companies – counterparties of the supply chain are considered.
Annotation. This article outlines some of the key challenges facing the retail industry and explains how real-time shipping tracking digital platforms can drive collaboration between supply chain partners and turn challenges into opportunities. A conceptual approach is proposed to create a business case for a RTTV (real time transportation visibility) solution and some key recommendations regarding the best practices for this digital application.
Key words. Supply chain, visibility, real time, transportation, traceability, network retailers, digital technologies.
Annotation. The significance of the properties of reliability and adaptability of supply chains is substantiated. The criteria for choosing a seaport as a link in the supply chains of export goods are determined. A comparative analysis of the logistics of JSC Belaruskali and PJSC Uralkali was carried out. Options for restoring supply chains considered.
Key words. Supply chains, Belarus, potassium chloride, seaport, Belaruskali, Uralkali, Klaipeda, Ust-Luga.
Annotation. The article provides an overview of scientific publications on the application of Industry 4.0 technologies in logistics. The world trends of scientific research in the field of triangulation, crowdsourcing and synchro modality in supply chain management are also revealed. The research was carried out using open databases of scientific publications Scopus and eLibrary.
Key words. Industry 4.0, IoT, AR/VR, 3D-printing, Drones, supply chain.
Annotation. Transparency of the order fulfillment process and the ability to maintain the confirmed shipment due date are important factors for most customers. However, improving these aspects of production is not possible without an innovative approach to production management and in particular to its planning. The paper analyzes the successful experience of implementing the first stage of the production supply chain planning system at VSMPO-AVISMA Corporation, the world's largest titanium producer.
Annotation. Vertically integrated supply chains span key sectors of the global economy. The outbreak of COVID-19 was first detected in the city of Wuhan, China, in December 2019 and the further spread of coronavirus to more than 110 countries led to destabilization of business processes around the world. The study presents an analysis of the impact of the epidemic on global logistics networks. Recommendations are developed to increase the flexibility and sustainability of supply chains in the face of uncertainty in demand and the functional cycle.
Annotation. The training element «Supply Chain Modeling» of the specialized module «Supply Chain Management» was detailed in the unified educational-methodical module program for the cycle of disciplines of the specialty «Marketing and Logistics», developed at the Gomel branch of MITSO International University.