Naslov
The Case Study of Implementing the Delivery Optimization System at a Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Distributer

Autori
Galić, Ante ; Carić, Tonči ; Fosin, Juraj

Izvornik
Promet - Traffic & Transportation (0353-5320) 25 (2013), 6; 595-603

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, članak, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
vehicle routing problem ; optimization ; two-echelon vehicle routing problem ; delivery ; distribution

Sažetak
Using new optimization methods and information-communications technology becomes a key issue in the competition among distributors of fast-moving consumer goods. Introducing a delivery optimization system instead of manual routing enables significant cost savings. Prerequisites for optimization are stable information system and efficient company management. The rich vehicle routing problem model is discussed and the effects of implementation of the delivery optimization system are presented. For four years of continuous utilisation, the system has helped the distributor to reduce the overall distribution costs. It also made possible to close down several depots and handle more customer requests without investing in vehicle fleet. The developed optimization system enabled the distributor to adapt to the new distribution schedule and react on first indicators of recession very fast.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Tehnologija prometa i transport

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