The Effect of Logistics Management on the Performance of Small and Medium Pharmaceutical Companies in Southern Nigeria
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https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2025.09Keywords:
Logistics management, pharmaceutical SMEs, supply chain, operational efficiency, NigeriaAbstract
Background: Logistics management plays a critical role in the performance and sustainability of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the pharmaceutical sector, particularly in developing economies where infrastructural and regulatory challenges persist. This study examined the impact of logistics management on the performance of pharmaceutical SMEs in Southern Nigeria, focusing on
key logistics indicators, service quality, and business growth drivers.
Methods: A quantitative research approach was adopted, employing a structured questionnaire to collect data from 95 pharmaceutical SME owners. The data were analysed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), revealing that effective logistics management significantly enhances service reliability, cost efficiency, and overall business performance.
Results: The study identified critical logistics indicators such as real-time tracking, efficient transportation, reduced taxation, uninterrupted power supply, and streamlined communication. However, challenges such as delayed deliveries, high logistics costs, and inadequate infrastructure continue to impede SME growth. The findings underscore the importance of government intervention
in improving logistics infrastructure, reducing importation costs, and enforcing regulatory frameworks to enhance operational efficiency.
Conclusion: The study recommends the adoption of advanced logistics technologies, strengthened business networks, and strategic policy reforms to support pharmaceutical SMEs.
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