The rapid rise of electronic commerce has entailed an increase in logistic complexity, with
last-mile logistics being the most critical element in deliveries. Since users prefer goods to …

By leveraging new technologies (Additive Manufacturing, Advanced Robotics, Artificial
Intelligence, Autonomous Vehicles, Blockchain, Drones, Internet of Things, etc.), many …

Abstract Generalized Vehicle Routing Problem (GVRP) is a challenging operational
research problem which has been widely studied for nearly two decades. In this problem, it …

The ongoing rise in e-commerce comes along with an increasing number of first-time
delivery failures due to the absence of the customer at the delivery location. Failed deliveries …

Online second-hand marketplaces have seen a vast increase in transactions in recent years,
although sending and receiving parcels can be an inconvenience for private buyers and …

As the growth of e-commerce continues to accelerate, there is a need for new and innovative
strategies in last-mile delivery to meet the changing demands of customers. The main …

An increasing number of local shops offer same-day delivery in order to compete with the
online giants. However, the distribution of parcels from individual shops to customers …

Last-mile delivery costs are increasingly growing due to the rapid growth in E-commerce
and the proliferation of online shopping especially after COVID-19 crisis. Integrating shared …

In traditional parcel delivery operations, customers determine delivery locations and, hence,
the performance of a transporter. We exploit this idea and show that customers can improve …

The rapid growth of online shopping has intensified the need for cost-effective and efficient
delivery systems, posing a significant challenge for businesses worldwide. This study …