Sustainable City Logistics Planning: Methods and Applications

Contents
Preface
Chapter 1
Electric Vehicle Charging Scheduling in Green Logistics: Challenges, Approaches  and Opportunities
	Abstract
	Introduction
		Environmental and Service Incentives
		Co-Management of Public Transportations and Power Systems
		EV/Charging Facility Ratio
		Multiple Charge Requirements
		Social Welfare
	Problem Description and Challenges
		Four-Element Structure of EV Charging Scheduling
			Charging Requests
			Resources
			Constraint
			Objective
		Unique Features
		Typical Use Cases and Problems
			Vehicle Scheduling Problem with Energy Constraints
			Charging Scheduling with Limited Space
			Routing and Charging Station Selection
			Multi-Aggregator Collaboration
			Co-Management of Transportation and Power System
		A Taxonomy for EV Charging Scheduling
		Challenges for EV Charging Scheduling
			Information Availability in Stochastic and Online Environment
			Strategic Behaviors in Decentralized Environment
	Existing Modelling Paradigms and Approaches
		Centralized/Deterministic Modelling Paradigm
			Mathematical Optimization
			Meta-Heuristic Optimization
		Modelling Paradigm with Uncertainties/Dynamics
			Stochastic Optimization
				Stochastic Programming (SP)
				Robust Optimization (RO) and Distributionally Robust  Optimization (DRO)
				Markov Decision Process (MDP)
			Online Optimization
				Queueing Theory
			Machine Learning Based Approach
		Modelling Paradigm with Strategic Behaviors
	Research Opportunities
		Grid-Interactive Transportation: X + Charging Scheduling
		Decentralized, Dynamic, Data-Driven: A 3D Prospective
		Market-Based Mechanisms: Competition to Cooperation
	References
Chapter 2
New Trends in Urban  Freight Transport:  How Stakeholder Engagement  can Favour the Adoption of Sustainable Solutions
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Assessing Stakeholder Preferences via Behavioural Analysis
		1. Definition of the Problem
		2. Preliminary Analysis
		3. Survey
		4. Modelling Phase
		5. Scenario Simulations
	Planning Policies via Living Labs
	Enacting Solutions: The Case of Crowdshipping
	Boosting Policy Success via Gamification
	Conclusion
	Acknowledgments
	References
Chapter 3
Sustainable Balance between  E-Commerce and In-Store Purchases
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Sustainable Technologies to Make E-Commerce Deliveries Environmentally Friendly
	Factors to Affect the Replacement of In-Store Purchases by E-Commerce
	The Problem Statement and Mathematical Model Development of a City Integrated  Supply System
	The Impact Formalization of Integrated Supply System Functioning on the City Area
	Discussion and Conclusion
	References
Chapter 4
Integrating Corporate Social Responsibility in “Make or Buy” Decision: A Multi-Disciplinary  and Multi-Criteria Approach
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Literature Overview
		Traditional Models
		Sustainability Models
	Activity Modelling by Using  the Value Chain and SCOR
		Value Chain Concept
		SCOR/GreenSCOR Reference Model
		Coupling the Value Chain with SCOR/GreenSCOR
	Proposed Approach
		Evaluation of the Activity’s Strategic Importance
		Evaluation of the Activity’s Potential to Create a  Competitive Advantage
		Evaluation of the Activity’s Sustainability Performance
		Illustration of the Calculation Procedure on a  Hypothetical Example
		Analysis of the Three Evaluations and Decision-Making
	Conclusion
	Acknowledgment
	References
Chapter 5
Which Data to Collect and How,  so as to Understand Urban  Freight Distribution?  Setting the Framework
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Literature Overview
	Urban Freight Distribution Indicators  and Collection Methods
	Data Collection Methods
	Case Study Antwerp
	Conclusion
	Acknowledgments
	References
Chapter 6
Dynamic Project Management Strategies for UK Fashion SMEs
	Abstract
	1. Introduction
	2. Literature Review
		2.1. Project Management (PM)
		2.2. Project Management (PM) Success Criteria
		2.3. Project Management (PM) as Management Approach
		2.4. Strategy Requirements in the Fashion Industry
		2.5. Dynamic Capability Requirements in the Fashion Industry
	3. Research Method, Data Description  and Data Analysis
		3.1. Data Collection
		3.2. Data Analysis
	4. Findings and Discussions
		4.1. PM Capabilities
		4.2. External Disruptions
		4.3. Internal Disruptions
		4.4. Sensing New Opportunities and Linking to  the Other Themes
	5. Conclusion, Limitation and Future Work
	6. Practical Implications
	Acknowledgments
	References
Chapter 7
Transportation Sustainability  in Postal Industry
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Sustainable Transportation in Postal Services
	Alternative Transportation Options
	Canadian Approach
		Shifting towards Rail
		CO2e from Air Network
		CO2e from Road Network
		Continuing CMB Conversions
	Conclusion
	References
Chapter 8
Evolution of Hub Location  Problems in Sustainable Transportation Networks
	Abstract
	Introduction
	Bibliometric Analysis of Sustainable Transportation Networks
	Top Contributing Journals in the Sustainable Transportation Network
	Published Studies and Their Countries of Origin
	Influential Organizations Contributing to the Sustainable Transportation Network
	Triple Bottom Line Framework to Analyse Key Issues in Hub Location Problems
	Important Advancements in Hub Location Problems in Sustainable Transportation Networks – Economic Aspect
		The Latest Arrival Hub Location Problem
		The Stochastic P-Hub Center Problem with  Service-Level Constraints
		Design of Intermodal Logistics Networks with Hub Delays
		Hierarchical Multimodal Hub Location Problem with  Time-Definite Deliveries
		The Design of Capacitated Intermodal Hub Networks  with Different Vehicle Types
	Important Advancements in Hub Location Problems in Sustainable Transportation Networks – Social Aspect
		Risk Management in Uncapacitated Facility Location Models with Random Demands
		Reliable Logistics Networks Design with Facility Disruptions
		Solving a New Stochastic Multi-Mode P-Hub Covering  Location Problem Considering Risk by a Novel  Multi-Objective Algorithm
		A Continuum Approximation Approach to Competitive Facility Location Design under Facility Disruption Risks
	Important Advancements in Hub Location Problems in Sustainable Transportation Networks – Environmental Aspect
		Sustainable Hub Location under Mixed Uncertainty
		A Multi-Objective Sustainable Hub Location-Scheduling Problem for Perishable Food Supply Chain
		An Interactive Possibilistic Programming Approach for a  Multi-Objective Hub Location Problem: Economic and Environmental Design
	Conclusion
	Appendix A
	References
Chapter 9
Descriptive Statistics of Problems and Solutions for the Urban Freight Transport in Brazilian Cities
	Abstract
	Introduction and Background
	Research Approach
	Area of Study
	Results
	Discussion
	References
Chapter 10
Montreal Feedback:  A Mobilization Project that Led  to Concrete Solutions and the Identification of Higher Stakes
	Abstract
	1. Introduction
	2. Context and Objectives
		2.1. Difficulties of Cohabitation
		2.2. Loss of Efficiency and Increased Costs
		2.3. Greenhouse Gas Emissions
		2.4. Pollution and Health Impacts
		2.5. Congestions
	3. Mobilization Process
		3.1. General Approach and Lessons Learned
			3.1.1. Context Favourable to Change
			3.1.2. Sensitivity of the Actors and Resonance of the Findings
			3.1.3. Imperatives That are Taking Over
			3.1.4. Convergence on Founding Principles
			3.1.5. Work on Supply but Also on Demand
			3.1.6. Systemic Problem and Positive Externalities
			3.1.7. Financial Assistance and Incentives
		3.2. Understanding the Business Lines and Their Challenges
			3.2.1. Types of Products Transported
			3.2.2. Delivery Times and Punctuality
			3.2.3. Return Trips
			3.2.4. Parking Duration and Delivery Activities
			3.2.5. Tours and Habits
			3.2.6. Other Issues
		3.3. Irritants
		3.4. Various and Complementary Solutions
			3.4.1. Express Deliveries to Individuals or Businesses
			3.4.2. Delivery Impact Reduction and Simplification of Unloading in Dense Areas
			3.4.3. Catering and Local Shops
			3.4.4. Capacity Optimization
			3.4.5. Systemic Approaches
	4. Evaluation of the Leads
	5. Perspectives
		5.1. Consistency against Rebound Effects
		5.2. A Duty of Realism
		5.3. Issues that Go Beyond Cities
		5.4. Taking into Account Long-Term Perspectives
	Conclusion
	References
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