Optimization of Distribution Route for Cold Chain Logistics of Agricultural Products Based on Connection Point

Authors

  • Yuanguo Yao School of Mathematics and Statistics, Baise University, China
  • Shenyu He Chinese Graduate School, Panyapiwat Institute of Management

Keywords:

Vehicle Routing Problem, Cold Chain Logistics, Connection Point

Abstract

        This study aims to optimize the distribution route for cold chain logistics of agricultural products based on connection point. The researchers analyze the fixed cost and the costs of transportation, refrigeration, cargo loss and penalty of cold chain logistics distribution of agricultural products. On this basis, it is proposed to set reasonable connection points in the cold chain distribution and to establish a mathematical model for the distribution route optimization of agricultural products cold chain logistics based on connection points. It uses genetic algorithm to solve the model and conducts an empirical analysis. The study shows that cold chain distribution of agricultural products based on connection point method can effectively reduce the cost of cold chain distribution and increase customer satisfaction.

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Published

09-10-2019

How to Cite

Yao, Y., & He, S. (2019). Optimization of Distribution Route for Cold Chain Logistics of Agricultural Products Based on Connection Point. Journal of Accountancy and Management, 11(2), 140–157. retrieved from https://so02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/mbs/article/view/220558

Issue

Vol. 11 No. 2 (2019): April - June

Section

Research Articles

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