The Value of Demand Forecasting in Stochastic Last-Mile Fleet Sizing and Composition Planning

Customer demand constitutes a crucial source of uncertainty in designing and operating complex and costly urban last-mile distribution operations. To mitigate associated risks, companies are diversifying their last-mile delivery options, exploring new vehicle types, and engaging in varied contractin...

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Main Authors: Zinnenlauf, Philipp, Pina-Pardo, Juan C, Winkenbach, Matthias
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: 2024
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Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/155674