Utilización del modelo de transporte para determinar un óptimo programa de envíos de paquetes de fundas de plásticos

Abstract

This research identifies the results obtained by using the transport model as a solution alternative in minimizing distribution costs by fully meeting demand and supply from the point of supply to the final consumer. The main objective was the determination of an optimal program of shipments of plastic sheath packages using the methodology of the Vogel Lower Cost and Approach transport algorithm described in author Hamdy Taha's operations research book. To do this, a matrix was built, placing in each row the three distribution centers and in each column the five points of sales. Then a fraction was made between monthly demand and the 18 plastic case packages that represented a full load. The shipping cost was subsequently determined by multiplying the distance from distribution centers to points of sales by the cost of transportation for each truck in this case $25. Finally, with the Lower Cost method you get an associated transportation cost of $92,875 while Vogel's approach method yields a total cost of $96,625, concluding in this way that the algorithm that provides the best shipping program is that of Lower Cost since the established route generates a relatively lower total cost of transportation which would imply less logistical expenses and greater competitive advantages for the company.