Optimisation of transportation routes between flower company and its clients

Bc. Anastasiia Pustovetova

Diplomová práce

Abstract:

This diploma thesis examines a real-world case study of the company “Tulip.” This thesis aims to optimize the routes between the company and its customers. The company expands and is dedicated to grow. However, constant complaints from customers regarding late deliveries are a challenge. This research uses the TSPKOSA as a primary tool and software in optimization. The thesis focuses on the period from September 2023-March 2024 in the south region of Russia, where two main areas will be considered. Starting with a detailed overview of the current situation, calculations of delivery time, and a graphical representation of the detailed route. Then, current calculations for optimized route plan in TSPKOSA and next season with additional retailers will be made. The KPIs are calculated in this thesis include on-time delivery rate and average delivery time to indicate the changes. This thesis emphasizes the Tulip’s need to prioritize logistics to reduce unnecessary spending and enhance customer satisfaction. The main accomplishment of this research is to demonstrate how current supply chain can be influence by the TSPKOSA software and how it can make difference. It also demonstrates the new delivery plan and the efficiency of the second vehicle implementation. This thesis also brings valuable insights to expand the customer base and ensure delivery and distribution are developed and that implementing certain technologies and innovations such as software for route optimization can facilitate continuous development and valuable insights.

Keywords

Transportation, Optimization, Tulips, TSP

Jazyk práce: angličtina

Datum vytvoření / odevzdání či podání práce: 1. 4. 2024

Obhajoba závěrečné práce

• Vedoucí: Ing. Robert Hlavatý, Ph.D.
• Oponent: Martin Horák, externi

Česká zemědělská univerzita v Praze

Provozně ekonomická fakulta

Magisterský studijní program:
Economics and Management