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Investigating Quick Response Code Application in Third-Party Logistics Companies

Investigating Quick Response Code Application in Third-Party Logistics Companies
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Author(s): Siti Norida Wahab (UCSI University, Malaysia), Yew Meng Chee (UCSI University, Malaysia)and Dazmin Daud (UCSI University, Malaysia)
Copyright: 2021
Pages: 19
Source title: Handbook of Research on Technology Applications for Effective Customer Engagement
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Norazah Mohd Suki (Universiti Utara Malaysia, Malaysia)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-4772-4.ch015

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Abstract

This research aims to ascertain the application of the quick response (QR) code technology as the marketing tools among third-party logistics (3PLs) companies in Malaysia. This study adopted a qualitative research approach by conducting an in-depth interview with five respondents who are experienced in 3PLs services. The supply chain management with the 7Ps marketing mix act was applied as the guiding principle. The findings revealed that the interaction between consumers and 3PLs companies made easy and swift by the enabling application of mobile technology related to QR code. QR code enables to support both 3PLs and logistics industry towards competitive advantage. Growth of the market share, profit-revenue, and sales by utilizing the application of QR code with the linkage of social media is imperative to establish the company brand and reputation. This study has a significant implication for both 3PLs companies and academicians to further explore the practices and its application in a different organization setting.

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