This paper mainly discusses the application of the particle swarm optimization in logistics distribution routing problems. Combining with the characteristics of logistics and distribution, it established a mathematical model of the distribution routing problem. Introducing three kinds of optimization strategies in the particle swarm optimization to optimize the particle swarm algorithm, constru...

Facing global competition firms are redesigning their supply chains. Logistics activities have a particular importance where production activities are both remarkably diffused or concentrated. The coordination of transport demand implies not only to reduce costs, but also to respond promptly to final market. In the paper, the use of an enterprise input-output model to analyse logistics flows is...

While logistics services have become a significant source of competitive differentiation between firms, significant challenges exist relative to developing logistics service offerings for global business customers. Diverse regulations across borders, longer lead times, and increased transportation costs all add to the difficulty of managing logistics services internationally. As a service offer...

The business opportunity and scale of American logistics market are important to global logistics operators. Logistics operators in Taiwan are facing the unavoidable question of establishing multinational logistics organizations and strengthening the strategic operational planning in line with international practice. Thus, they will encounter opportunities and challenges when expanding their sc...

Traditionally, logistics analysis for space missions has focused on the delivery of elements and goods to a destination. This type of logistics analysis can be referred to as “macro-logistics”. While the delivery of goods is a critical component of mission analysis, it captures only a portion of the constraints that logistics planning may impose on a mission scenario. The other component of log...

Logistics network design is commonly recognized as a strategic supply chain issue of prime importance. The location of production facilities, storage concepts, and transportation strategies are major determinants of supply chain performance. This chapter considers logistics network design for the particular case of closed-loop supply chains. We highlight key issues that companies are facing whe...

Low-carbon logistics meets the requirements of a low-carbon economy and is the most effective operating model for logistic development to achieve sustainability by coping with severe energy consumption and global warming. Low-carbon logistics aims to reduce carbon intensity rather than simply reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions. Human resources are an important part of the great comp...