Resource Management and Optimisation
Development of tools to address the need for locating logistics or business centres to optimally meet the demand of a group of customers
TECHNOLOGY DESCRIPTION
Software-based tools for determining task sequencing, optimal routes, advantages and the aggregation of rankings to support decision-making.
TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS
E-commerce companies; online product delivery; location and siting of businesses in the primary, secondary and tertiary sectors.
Small and medium-sized enterprises, such as the footwear industry in Elche, could benefit from the techniques and algorithms developed to, among other things, reduce distribution costs.
ADVANTAGES AND INNOVATIVE ASPECTS
This technology enables cost reductions and improved efficiency. From the collection of parcels by customers to determining where customers would be located to collect these parcels. It improves delivery and transport management by optimising routes, reducing the kilometres travelled and fuel consumed.
DEVELOPMENT STAGE
Ready for implementation. The knowledge and core algorithms have been developed. The research group can immediately adapt the software to the specific needs and data of each company.
APPLICATION SECTORS
- Logistics and Transport Operators.
- E-commerce Companies.
- Manufacturing Industries with In-house Distribution.
- Strategy and Business Expansion Consultancies.
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Mercedes Landete Ruiz – Centre for Operations Research