Optimization of the logistics process in the supply chain with a view to sustainability

Abstract

Today, sustainability has become an imperative for logistics and supply chain operations, as it is paramount to respond to the demands of consumers, regulators, and society in general, with more responsible and sustainable practices; therefore, the development of the organizations must emphasize the use of renewable energies which promote the delivery of products in an effective way in addition to working strategically vectorizing the application of strategic cubicages which allow to make transfers that provide security, stability and compliance with the objectives demanded by the market, in this sense, this research aims to propose parameters in the production processes, product delivery and after-sales services, allowing the sequential implementation of optimization activities and productive compliance under a sustainable approach; For this purpose, a descriptive-analytical research is carried out, which allows describing and analyzing traditional logistic models, as well as the factors associated to sustainable practices, allowing identifying the main characteristics of the existing logistic systems and the areas of opportunity within these models. By comparing sustainability factors and their influence on the operation and performance of logistics processes, it was possible to determine parameters for evaluating the impact of these practices on logistics. Finally, the research presents a proposal for a sustainable logistics system that aligns traditional models with the principles of sustainability and, thus, integrates sustainable practices in the logistics processes for the delivery of goods at national and international levels.