Project R-14017

STRAUSS: SusTainable collaboRAtive Urban Supply chainS - The future of urban supply chain orchestration (Research)

The goal of this project is to develop a suite of models and algorithms to optimize urban logistics operations. Different from other similar endeavours, our algorithms will focus specifically on the urban context and will take into account the measures taken by city administrations that have impact on the logistics operations on their territory. Such measures might include car-free zones, specific parking spaces or time windows for truck deliveries, a ban on certain vehicles in certain areas, etc. The algorithms will allow for an evaluation of the impact of these measures in order to assist in reducing the negative effects of logistics operations on the livability of the city, and to strengthen the competitiveness of the supply chain actors. Contrary to existing urban logistics optimization problems, the models developed in STRAUSS will be based on an in-depth economic analysis. The algorithms will be able to support both strategic, tactical, and operational decisions, and will be usable by (1) a single company, (2) a coalition of cooperating companies, and (3) the city administration

01 January 2024 - 31 December 2026