Distribution Planning and Route Optimization in Cargo Delivery

Abstract

In this study, in the cargo transportation sector in last mile delivery service, route optimization integrated with distribution planning for vehicles and couriers is determined and the results obtained with a sample application are examined. A Geographical Information Systems(GIS) supported and map-based system is developed for distribution planning, which determines which unit will deliver the cargo according to the delivery points.In this system, the distribution area of each unit is visualized on the map with a geographical data set. In this study, the criteria for the most suitable routing solution are determined and an application is proposed. With this application, it is aimed to save vehicles and fuel in distribution activities, which is the highest cost in the cargo sector, and to need-oriented vehicle capacity management. With the routing optimization solution, screens are developed for the applications where buyer customers can track their cargo, and screens where they can monitor the distribution live, and see the estimated delivery time of the cargo will be delivered in which time zone.