01612nas a2200229   4500008003900000022001400039245005600053210005200109260004200161300001000203490000600213520097000219653002001189653001401209653002201223653001801245100002201263700002801285700001501313700001801328856003601346       2012                          d  a1927-032100aThe Physical Internet and Business Model Innovation0 aPhysical Internet and Business Model Innovation  aOttawabTalent First Networkc06/2012  a32-370 v23 aBuilding on the analogy of data packets within the Digital Internet, the Physical Internet is a concept that dramatically transforms how physical objects are designed, manufactured, and distributed. This approach is open, efficient, and sustainable beyond traditional proprietary logistical solutions, which are often plagued by inefficiencies. The Physical Internet redefines supply chain configurations, business models, and value-creation patterns. Firms are bound to be less dependent on operational scale and scope trade-offs because they will be in a position to offer novel hybrid products and services that would otherwise destroy value. Finally, logistical chains become flexible and reconfigurable in real time, thus becoming better in tune with firm strategic choices. This article focuses on the potential impact of the Physical Internet on business model innovation, both from the perspectives of Physical-Internet enabled and enabling business models.10abusiness models10alogistics10aphysical internet10asupply chains1 aMontreuil, Benoit1 aRougès, Jean-François1 aCimon, Yan1 aPoulin, Diane  uhttp://timreview.ca/article/566