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: Received: 11 June 2023 / Approved: 14 June 2023 / Online: 14 June 2023 (04:46:23 CEST)
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MANIATIS, P. Exploring the Viability of Last-Mile Delivery Solutions for Sustainable Supply Chains. Preprints2023, 2023060982. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202306.0982.v1
MANIATIS, P. Exploring the Viability of Last-Mile Delivery Solutions for Sustainable Supply Chains. Preprints 2023, 2023060982. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202306.0982.v1
MANIATIS, P. Exploring the Viability of Last-Mile Delivery Solutions for Sustainable Supply Chains. Preprints2023, 2023060982. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202306.0982.v1
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MANIATIS, P. (2023). Exploring the Viability of Last-Mile Delivery Solutions for Sustainable Supply Chains. Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202306.0982.v1
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MANIATIS, P. 2023 "Exploring the Viability of Last-Mile Delivery Solutions for Sustainable Supply Chains" Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202306.0982.v1
Abstract
Sustainable supply chains have become increasingly crucial to address environmental and social challenges faced by societies worldwide. Last-mile delivery, which involves delivering products from a distribution center or warehouse to the final destination, typically a consumer's doorstep, is an essential component of the supply chain. However, it faces numerous challenges such as traffic congestion, air and noise pollution, and carbon emissions. This research paper explores the viability of last-mile delivery solutions for sustainable supply chains. The study reviews the literature on last-mile delivery challenges, sustainable last-mile delivery solutions, and case studies of sustainable last-mile delivery solutions. The results indicate that innovative last-mile delivery solutions, such as electric vehicles, cargo bikes, and drones, have the potential to reduce environmental impact and improve the efficiency of last-mile delivery while enhancing social equity. Additionally, partnerships between different stakeholders, including governments, logistics companies, and consumers, can contribute to the development of sustainable last-mile delivery solutions. The study concludes that sustainable last-mile delivery solutions are essential to achieving sustainable supply chains and recommends further research to explore the economic feasibility and scalability of these solutions.
Environmental and Earth Sciences, Environmental Science
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