The role of women in logistics. A Comparative study of traditional and modern supply chain management in Nigeria.

Abstract

In recent years, there has been increasing recognition of the important role women leadership plays in shaping the management and development of logistics and supply chain sector. The logistics industry is undergoing a transformative shift, with women assuming leadership roles and making significant contributions to its growth and sustainability. A combination of factors is responsible for the transformative shift giving women strategic opportunities and responsibilities to excel in logistics leadership due to advancement in education which has significantly transfer the crude traditional approach to logistics management. In this context, it is imperative to examine and understand the specific role that women leadership plays in driving innovation, efficiency, and competitiveness within the logistics sector. By exploring the experiences, challenges, and successes of women leaders in logistics, this study seeks to investigate and define a framework for overcoming the barriers preventing active participation and leadership of women in logistic management in emerging economies such as Nigeria.