On {\gamma}-rigid regime of the Bohr-Mottelson Hamiltonian in the presence of a minimal length

A prolate {\gamma}-rigid regime of the Bohr-Mottelson Hamiltonian within the minimal length formalism, involving an infinite square well like potential in {\beta} collective shape variable, is developed and used to describe the spectra of a variety of vibrational-like nuclei. The effect of the minimal length on the energy spectrum and the wave function is duly investigated. Numerical calculations are performed for some nuclei revealing a qualitative agreement with the available experimental data.Comment: 8 pages, 2 tables, 6 figures (preprint with corrected typos and a slight change in the title

Challenges of outsourcing logistics to third-party providers

The focus of this study is on the challenges that shippers faced using Third-Party Logistics (3PL) providers. The study is based on a mail survey of 126 shippers and personal interviews with eight shipper executives and four 3PL provider executives. The study first identifies the major challenges including, finding a 3PL with the capabilities meeting the shipper\u27s specific logistics requirements, the incompatibility of information systems between shipper and 3PL, the failure of 3PL to meet a shipper\u27s future growth needs, and issues related to security. Second, it offers some recommendations for shippers to consider in overcoming any challenges encountered. Copyright © 2010 Inderscience Enterprises Ltd