

Dear readers! This is the ninth issue of the journal, which turned out to be very rich and diverse. Traditionally, the issue is opened by an analyst. The material by Alina Nasyrova from the Market Guide Agency, dedicated to investments in warehouse complexes in Russia, recalls the importance of developing logistics infrastructure for the integrated development of regions.
Dear readers! We present to your attention the eighth issue of the magazine and its materials.
Dear readers! This is the seventh issue of LOGISTICS. By tradition, in the July issue, we publish analytical reviews from our partners – a study of the market of low-temperature warehouses in Moscow and the Moscow region from the IBC Real Estate agency and a rating of Russian transport companies by the cost of delivering bulk cargoes in 2025 from the Main Transport Internet project.
Interview with Alexander Krivchenkov , Director for Legal Affairs of the REC Group and One-Stop Shop Project Director
The article explores outsourcing in logistics market. Commercial companies frequently outsource logistics to specialized companies. At the same time, logistic companies themselves often opt for outsourcing, because it is not reasonable to own all the logistical assets. The article answers the question: what logistic companies do themselves, and what they outsource, and which way of doing business is more sustainable. The study will be of interest to top and middle management, researchers of economics, logistics and outsourcing.
The article discusses solutions to the problem of «insourcing/outsourcing» in the logistics of online retailers. Particular attention is given to the use of logistics providers in servicing online retailers. The author identifies the possible risks of logistics intermediaries and offers ways of addressing them.
Key words. Internet retailing, logistics outsourcing, logistics provider.
The author explores history of logistics outsourcing in Russia. He analyses it through a comprehensive set of theory. Industries with massive logistics operations are taken as example – raw materials, retail, etc. Outsourcing will be developing fast. It is a good tool, but it has to be used wisely.
Key words. Outsourcing, logistics, transport, competitive advantage, rail cargo.
The author explores history of logistics outsourcing in Russia. He analyses it through a comprehensive set of theory. Industries with massive logistics operations are taken as example – raw materials, retail, etc. Outsourcing will be developing fast. It is a good tool, but it has to be used wisely.
Key words. Outsourcing, logistics, transport, competitive advantage, rail cargo.