In this paper, the blockage problem of the optical link between AGV (autonomous ground vehicles) and AP (access point) in the logistics–warehousing VLC (visible light communication) network is analyzed. First, based on the random geometric mode...
Logistics processes play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the supply chain, and warehouse management is one of the key logistics activities of invaluable significance. To evaluate the management principles of companies, it is necess...
The adoption of automatic warehousing systems, a type of green technology, has been an emerging trend in the logistics industry. In this study, we develop a conceptual model using a technology–organization–environment framework to investi...
This contribution presents the SuLo (Sustainable Logistics) framework developed through a systematic literature review of the drivers and barriers to implementing sustainable sustainability in logistics, with a focus on warehousing. As global trade e...
Background: A large proportion of logistics jobs still rely on manual labor and therefore place a physical strain on employees. This includes the handling of heavy goods and physiologically unfavorable postures. Such issues pose a risk for employee h...
With the rapid development of the logistics industry, the demand for logistics activities is increasing significantly. Concurrently, growing urbanization is causing the space for logistics and warehousing to become limited. Thus, more and more attent...
Background: The on-demand warehousing (ODW) model is emerging as a platform-enabled logistics solution based on resource sharing for businesses needing storage space. It is based on a business-to-business marketplace where companies can provide (or r...
The article deals with the application of cluster analysis in modeling in-house processes, specifically supply processes. An algorithm is designed on the theoretical basis of cluster analysis and according to the analysis of the supply processes in s...
Logistics centers contribute to CO2 emissions in the building and logistics sector and therefore share a responsibility to decarbonize not only the supply chain. Synergy effects in both building and intra-logistics should be considered as suitable le...
The rapid rise of e-commerce and advances in the technological sector have enabled the emergence of modern business models on e-marketplaces. Digital and on-demand e-marketplaces have become increasingly popular, responding to the trend of the sharin...
To reliably realize the functions of autonomous navigation and cruise of logistics robots in a complex logistics storage environment, this paper proposes a new robot navigation system based on vision and multiline lidar information fusion, which can...
Sensitivity analysis of selected parameters in simulation models of logistics facilities is one of the key aspects in functioning of self-conscious and efficient management. In order to develop simulation models adequate of real logistics facilities’...
This study evaluates the implementation costs of cloud-based booking platforms (CBBPs) to manage vehicle queues in warehouses and investigates how cloud-based booking platforms support inter-organizational logistics processes. To understand the impac...
The automatic, sensor-based assessment of human activities is highly relevant for production and logistics, to optimise the economics and ergonomics of these processes. One challenge for accurate activity recognition in these domains is the context-d...
This study aims to analyze the optimal warehouse layout for agricultural and food collecting centers that help small–medium farms to trade in the short food supply chain, by choosing among longitudinal, transversal, and fishbone layout. The dev...
This paper studies a novel autonomous vehicle-based storage and retrieval system (AVS/RS) design with movable lifts (AVS/RS/ML). In the proposed system, there are aisle-captive lifts that are able to travel along the warehouse aisle to position thems...
By means of the porous media theory, computational fluid dynamic models of heat transfer and fluid flow at different pack stacking modes in a refrigerated room are elaborated. A practical case is simulated, where brick-shaped packs with aquatic produ...
Optimal path planning algorithms offer substantial benefits in high-density storage (HDS) systems in modern smart manufacturing. However, traditional algorithms may encounter significant optimization challenges due to intricate architectural configur...
In the highly regulated pharmaceutical industry, significant risks to products/processes must be formally identified, reduced, and controlled to minimize potential negative impacts on patients. Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) is one of the...
The performance of Large Language Models, such as ChatGPT, generally increases with every new model release. In this study, we investigated to what degree different GPT models were able to solve the exams of three different undergraduate courses on w...
Optimization of logistics processes and activities in the function of supply-chain sustainability is a great challenge for logistics companies. It is necessary to rationalize processes in accordance with the strict requirements of the market, while r...
While the e-commerce logistics industry is developing rapidly, its sustainable development has received certain attention. The ultimate goal of sustainable development is to achieve common, coordinated, fair, efficient, and multi-dimensional developm...
With the rapid development of e-commerce, warehousing and logistics systems are facing the dual challenges of increasing order processing demand and green and low-carbon transformation. Traditional manual and single-robot scheduling methods are not o...
In order to explore the application of robots in intelligent supply-chain and digital logistics, and to achieve efficient operation, energy conservation, and emission reduction in the field of warehousing and sorting, we conducted research in the fie...
Efficient and stable control and task assignment optimization in electronic commerce logistics and warehousing systems involving multiple robots executing multiple tasks is highly challenging. Hence, this paper proposes a Swiss round selection algori...
Background: The air cargo logistics industry has been deemed reluctant to adopt new technologies for their business operations. So, this study aims to examine the adoption of technological innovations in the air cargo logistics industry in South Afri...
As one of the important components of intelligent warehousing logistics, Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) have greatly improved the efficiency of warehousing operations. AGVs are responsible for the delivery of goods in warehousing and logistics, and...
Calculating greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across the supply chain presents a significant challenge for the pharmaceutical industry in achieving environmental sustainability. This article develops a comprehensive methodology for the data collection a...
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The rapid development of cross-border e-commerce (CBEC) has enabled more suppliers to expand into overseas markets, meeting increasingly diverse consumer demands. Selecting an effective logistics mode is a crucial issue for suppliers, yet uncertainty...
Innovative solutions are very important for the warehouse because, with their help, it is possible to ensure a more efficient connection between suppliers and consumers throughout the supply chain. This paper aims to search out and offer innovative s...
This study’s purpose was to analyze how the configuration of a sustainable distribution network affects the effectiveness of logistics coordination mechanisms, specifically focusing on the role of 3PL (third-party logistics) providers. We exami...
Background: Spare parts warehousing in the oil and gas industry is essential for offshore production. With the introduction of Industry 4.0 and its subsequent technological tools, new functions are enabled in industrial logistics activities. Efficien...
With the development of logistics, sustainable warehousing has become increasingly important. To promote the warehousing efficiency, non-traditional layout warehouses and storage location assignments have been proposed separately. However, they are r...
With the tremendous development of the logistics industry, the global market of automated warehousing has been growing rapidly. Meanwhile, the warehousing industry shows drawbacks, such as low storage capacity and poor efficiency. By comparing and an...
High-density 3D warehousing is the future cornerstone of modern logistics storage. It aims to efficiently manage and store various types of goods by utilizing 3D space and automation technology. The accurate and fast docking algorithm of the four-way...
The challenge of optimizing the distribution path for location logistics in the cold chain warehousing of fresh agricultural products presents a significant research avenue in managing the logistics of agricultural products. The goal of this issue is...
Background: Logistics service outsourcing in recent years has influenced the evolution of third-party logistics (3PL) providers across the globe. The study explored the evolving services of 3PLs and relational factors that influence the relationship...
Optimizations in logistics require recognition and analysis of human activities. The potential of sensor-based human activity recognition (HAR) in logistics is not yet well explored. Despite a significant increase in HAR datasets in the past twenty y...
The optimal location for establishing logistics centers is of great importance in reducing logistics costs and improving supply chain efficiency. This paper aims to provide a conceptual framework for finding the optimal location and capacity for a lo...
Undoubtedly, one of the key areas of e-commerce is logistics. It is not only about the delivery of shipments, but also a number of other processes related to customer service and warehousing. The e-commerce logistics is driven by such trends as devel...
With the introduction of Society 5.0 for the sustainable future, special caution is given to humans’ role within the general system. Similarly, Industry 5.0 as a concept has been presented, followed by Logistics 5.0 in its theoretical framework...
The earth’s average temperature has risen by approximately 1.2 °C since the 1900s. The COP26 resolution aimed to achieve carbon neutrality before 2050, while China has committed a more aggressive timetable to actually achieve the goal. It r...
Globalization has greatly changed the way logistics firms function, improving speed, accuracy, and efficiency in everything from logistic management to warehousing. Robotics and automation technologies driven by artificial intelligence improve wareho...
Background: With the continuing growth of warehouses globally, there is an increasing need for sustainable logistics solutions in warehousing, but research linking warehouse management systems (WMS) and sustainability is lacking. Methods: A systemati...
This study presents a methodology for determining port economic hinterlands through comprehensive logistics optimization. The research advances traditional geographical approaches by developing an integrated cost model that considers maritime transpo...
Intelligent storage is an important element of intelligent logistics and a key development trend in modern warehousing and logistics. Based on the characteristics of flood control materials and their intelligent storage, this study established a floo...
Background: Artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics are increasingly pivotal for reducing carbon emissions in supply chain management (SCM); however, research exploring their combined potential from a sustainability perspective remains fragmented....
As an important part of economic development, warehousing logistics also needs to be transformed and upgraded in order to adapt to the development of the new situation. The RFID reader records the related information of the goods to improve the effic...
E-commerce is always more diffused as a selling channel around the whole world market, and its importance has increased and continues to increase with the COVID-19 pandemic emergency. It provides enterprises a lot of opportunities, as the importance...
The spatial mismatch between warehouse locations and urban freight demand mainly driven by logistics sprawl can have negative environmental impacts, due to the increase in average trucking distances. This study investigated the spatial dimension of w...
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