This research focuses on the gasoline supply chain from Walvis Bay depots to the retail outlets in Namibia to assess the perceived performance of gasoline supply chain. Based on literature review and subsequent in-depth interviews with business analysts, experts and consultants from major stakeholders operational in the country, a structured questionnaire was designed. Analysis revealed that close partnership with suppliers and customer, and planning strategically are the most frequently used strategies. The government policy was found adequate and satisfies the current needs, and the road infrastructure and its management are in good state. The challenges identified from our study are outdated supply chain systems; lack of skilled manpower; poor railway infrastructures, inadequate resources available to improve the system and inadequate storage facilities. The study helps managers in understanding the challenges faced in gasoline supply chain by the major players in an emerging economy, such as Namibia.

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汽油供应链的感知绩效：来自纳米比亚的经验证据

本研究侧重于从沃尔维斯湾仓库到纳米比亚零售店的汽油供应链，以评估汽油供应链的感知绩效。基于文献回顾和随后对来自该国运营的主要利益相关者的业务分析师、专家和顾问的深入访谈，设计了一份结构化问卷。分析表明，与供应商和客户的密切合作以及战略性规划是最常用的策略。政府的政策充分满足了当前的需要，道路基础设施及其管理状况良好。我们研究发现的挑战是过时的供应链系统；缺乏熟练的人力；铁路基础设施薄弱，可用于改进系统的资源不足和存储设施不足。该研究帮助管理人员了解新兴经济体（例如纳米比亚）的主要参与者在汽油供应链中面临的挑战。