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Cloud computing has made it possible to virtualise not only computing resources, but also whole business processes. A business process workflow that involves multiple participants can now be orchestrated on the Cloud using methods such as service virtualisation, message queues and dynamic message routing. This paper proposes a Cloud architecture for orchestrating inter-organisational logistics processes. The approach allows transport operators to streamline their processes by automating their workflow and to fulfill their reporting obligations to authorities. We illustrate this approach with a scenario of executing a export license application workflow on the Cloud.
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Karakostas, B., Pal, K. (2012). Orchestrating Inter-organisational Logistics Workflows on the Cloud. In: Putnik, G.D., Cruz-Cunha, M.M. (eds) Virtual and Networked Organizations, Emergent Technologies and Tools. ViNOrg 2011. Communications in Computer and Information Science, vol 248. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-31800-9_15
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