This paper proposes a comparison between two fast heuristic algorithms to solve a multi-carrier 2E-VRP (Two-Echelon Vehicle Routing Problem) in city logistics under realistic conditions. We propose a cluster-first route-second algorithm to compare the performance of two route construction and...

Purpose: The Just-in-Sequence (JIS) approach is evidencing advantages in efficiently managing variety-driven costs, and reducing the risk of disruption in sourcing, manufacturing companies and third-party logistics. This has increased its implementation in the manufacturing industry, especially...