Using combinatorial auctions for the procurement of occasional drivers in the freight transportation: A case-study
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2021.127057
Abstract: Abstract The logistics companies should continuously invent novel solutions to oppose fierce competition. Introducing occasional drivers in the context of freight transportation can represent a valuable option. This paper is concerned with reinforcing the distribution… read more here.
Keywords: transportation; case study; freight transportation; occasional drivers ... See more keywords
Design of a two-echelon freight distribution system in last-mile logistics considering covering locations and occasional drivers
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DOI: 10.1016/j.tre.2021.102461
Abstract: Abstract This research addresses a new variant of the vehicle routing problem, called the two-echelon vehicle routing problem with time windows, covering options, and occasional drivers (2E-VRPTW-CO-OD). In this problem, two types of fleets are… read more here.
Keywords: delivery; covering locations; two echelon; occasional drivers ... See more keywords
Solution approaches for the vehicle routing problem with occasional drivers and time windows
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DOI: 10.1080/10556788.2021.2022142
Abstract: The efficient management of last-mile delivery is one of the main challenges faced by on-line retailers and logistic companies. The main aim is to offer personalized delivery services, that meet speed, flexibility, and control requirements… read more here.
Keywords: problem; routing problem; vehicle routing; problem occasional ... See more keywords