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The current issue and full text archive of this journal is available at /0960-0035.htm IJPDLM Review of logistics and supply 41,1 chain relationship literature and suggested research agenda 16 Patricia J. Daugherty The University of Oklahoma, Norman, Oklahoma, USA Abstract Purpose – The paper aims to provide an overview of the evolution of relationship-related research in the areas of logistics and supply chain management. Design/methodology/approach – Suggestions are offered for future research on logistics and supply chain relationships. Findings – While the literature related to logistics and supply chain relationships have become increasingly sophisticated over the years, there still remain many opportunities for extending the literature base. Considering the signi?cant implications for business practice, this should be a research priority. Research limitations/implications – Questions have been raised regarding the long-term success of many partnership or alliance-type relationships. Further research is warranted examining success to date, implications for future collaborative-type relationships, and guidelines for establishing relationships. Other topics include managing relationships and power imbalances, developing appropriate metrics to monitor relationship performance, leveraging the synergy of cross-?rm relationships to develop innovative approaches, and examining the co-creation of services. Originality/value – The review of previous literature provided in this paper is intended to provide somewhat of a chronological ordering of research topics and to identify important areas that have contributed to our knowledge base. Keywords Strategic alliances, Distribution management, Partnership, Supply chain management Paper type Research paper Introduction In 1987, Dwyer et al. published what has become a classic marketing article detailing how business practices were changing and emphasizing the importance of dev