Genesis and current state of logistical integration in the age of economic globalization

The article deals with the study and assessment of the modern condition of logistical integration in the age of economic globalization. The variability of expert opinions about the nature of integration processes is analyzed. Theoretical approaches to the term “integration” from the position of logistics are considered. Special attention is paid to the comparative study of logistical integration levels, logistical paradigms and purposes of trade enterprises when implementing logistics concepts. The authors have carried out a comparative analysis of theoretical and practical approaches to the genesis of logistics and integration processes and it's proved that it is necessary to consider a modern integration period as an innovative paradigm. The main characteristics of the logistics cluster as an object implementing the principles of integration in a certain area are determined. The key competence of a commercial services system is revealed.On the basis of the conducted research the author's definition of logistical integration in the sphere of commercial services is given. The conceptual model of logistic infrastructure is presentedand the advantages of the service sector integration when combining the functions of transportation,storage of goods and information exchange are described.