Third-Party Logistics Services in Australia

Read this article that discusses the experiences of Australian firms hiring 3PL services, and then answer each of the following questions in 6-10 sentences. Provide critical assessment based on the above article, text readings, scholarly research, and personal experience. Cite your resources using APA format.

1.      What are the different types of 3PL firms? Give examples.

2.      What are differences between 3PL and 4PL?

3.      What criteria must be used in selecting 3PL firms?

4.      What are own-account transport operators?

5.      Does Walmart hire 3PL firms? Why or why not?

Guidelines: Short papers should use double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, and one-inch margins. Sources should be cited according to a discipline-appropriate citation method. Page-length requirements: 2–4 pages.