This thesis presents a comprehensive systematic literature review on the state-of-the-art models and system optimization tools for analyzing and minimizing the costs and impacts of freight distribution in urban environments. The study employs a rigorous three-phase methodology: systematic search, criteria-based selection, and analysis and synthesis. The research focuses on recent advancements (2017-2024) in urban logistics, last-mile delivery, and related optimization techniques. By analyzing a wide range of Vehicle Routing Problem (VRP) variants and their applications in city logistics, this study provides insights into the current trends, challenges, and innovative solutions in the field. The review encompasses various aspects of urban freight distribution, including operational efficiency, environmental sustainability, and economic viability. It examines diverse solution approaches, from exact methods to heuristics and metaheuristics, as well as emerging data-driven techniques. Key findings highlight the increasing complexity of urban logistics models, the growing emphasis on sustainable and eco-friendly distribution strategies, and the integration of advanced technologies in optimization tools. The study also identifies significant research gaps and potential areas for future investigation. This comprehensive review contributes to the field by synthesizing current knowledge, identifying best practices, and providing a roadmap for future research in urban freight distribution optimization. The insights gained from this study are valuable for researchers, urban planners, and logistics practitioners seeking to improve the efficiency and sustainability of urban freight systems.
Questa tesi presenta una revisione sistematica della letteratura sullo stato dell'arte dei modelli e degli strumenti di ottimizzazione dei sistemi per l'analisi e la minimizzazione dei costi e degli impatti della distribuzione delle merci in ambienti urbani. Lo studio impiega una rigorosa metodologia in tre fasi: ricerca sistematica, selezione basata su criteri e analisi e sintesi [[1], [2]]. La ricerca si concentra sui recenti progressi (2017-2024) nella logistica urbana, nella consegna dell'ultimo miglio e nelle relative tecniche di ottimizzazione. Analizzando un'ampia gamma di varianti del Problema di Instradamento dei Veicoli (VRP) e le loro applicazioni nella logistica cittadina, questo studio fornisce approfondimenti sulle tendenze attuali, le sfide e le soluzioni innovative nel campo [[3], [4]]. La revisione comprende vari aspetti della distribuzione urbana delle merci, tra cui l'efficienza operativa, la sostenibilità ambientale e la fattibilità economica. Esamina diversi approcci risolutivi, dai metodi esatti alle euristiche e metaeuristiche, nonché le emergenti tecniche basate sui dati [[5], [6]]. I risultati chiave evidenziano la crescente complessità dei modelli di logistica urbana, la crescente enfasi sulle strategie di distribuzione sostenibili ed eco-compatibili e l'integrazione di tecnologie avanzate negli strumenti di ottimizzazione. Lo studio identifica anche significative lacune nella ricerca e potenziali aree per future indagini [[7], [8]]. Questa revisione completa contribuisce al campo sintetizzando le conoscenze attuali, identificando le migliori pratiche e fornendo una roadmap per la ricerca futura nell'ottimizzazione della distribuzione urbana delle merci. Le intuizioni ricavate da questo studio sono preziose per ricercatori, urbanisti e professionisti della logistica che cercano di migliorare l'efficienza e la sostenibilità dei sistemi di trasporto merci urbani [[9], [6]].
State-of-the-art of the available models and system optimization tools for analyzing and minimizing the costs and the impacts of freight distribution in an urban environment
SIVO, GIUSEPPE
2023/2024
Abstract
This thesis presents a comprehensive systematic literature review on the state-of-the-art models and system optimization tools for analyzing and minimizing the costs and impacts of freight distribution in urban environments. The study employs a rigorous three-phase methodology: systematic search, criteria-based selection, and analysis and synthesis. The research focuses on recent advancements (2017-2024) in urban logistics, last-mile delivery, and related optimization techniques. By analyzing a wide range of Vehicle Routing Problem (VRP) variants and their applications in city logistics, this study provides insights into the current trends, challenges, and innovative solutions in the field. The review encompasses various aspects of urban freight distribution, including operational efficiency, environmental sustainability, and economic viability. It examines diverse solution approaches, from exact methods to heuristics and metaheuristics, as well as emerging data-driven techniques. Key findings highlight the increasing complexity of urban logistics models, the growing emphasis on sustainable and eco-friendly distribution strategies, and the integration of advanced technologies in optimization tools. The study also identifies significant research gaps and potential areas for future investigation. This comprehensive review contributes to the field by synthesizing current knowledge, identifying best practices, and providing a roadmap for future research in urban freight distribution optimization. The insights gained from this study are valuable for researchers, urban planners, and logistics practitioners seeking to improve the efficiency and sustainability of urban freight systems.File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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