Optimización del transporte de última milla para los productos Lácteos San Antonio de la ciudad de Cuenca: Un Enfoque en la Eficiencia y la Sostenibilidad

Abstract

Abstract: Curricular integration work focuses on optimizing last mile transportation for Lácteos San Antonio, a company that stands out in the production and distribution of dairy at the local and national level. The purpose of this project is to address challenges specific in this phase, focusing on operational efficiency and environmental sustainability. The company currently faces a critical situation, with planning problems that affect employees, especially drivers, who experience a burden excessive work. Logistics management is essential, since it constitutes around 30% of business operations. Last mile transportation, especially in industry of perishable foods is crucial, Lácteos San Antonio must improve its operations logistics to maintain its leadership. The research will use a mixed approach, combining quantitative and qualitative methods. Inductive, deductive and analytical-synthetic methodologies will be used to identify problems and propose solutions. Besides, will draw on bibliographic methods to support the theoretical framework. It is expected that the Implementation of the suggested strategies reduces the costs of the vehicle fleet load and optimize route planning, benefiting both employees and the company.