Bridging Efficiency and Innovation: A Case Study of Supply Chain Practices at MEC Logistics
Background: In Bangladesh, Third-Party Logistics (3PL) services are important, as they handle logistics duties such as customs, storage, and transport for main businesses. Nevertheless, the fast development in the market requires constant enhancements in service, technology, and employee skills to compete effectively. Objective: The supply chain practices of MEC Logistics, a long-established 3PL and customs clearing business in Bangladesh, are explored through this case study. The purpose is to study how well MEC Logistics handles its operations to match what its clients desire and overcome market obstacles. Methods: I collected the data for this study during a three-month internship at MEC Logistics by watching activities and learning through hands-on experience. The key areas under analysis here are customs clearance, ware-housing, and delivery, and the company places itself in the market via Porter’s Five Forces framework.
