Evaluating E-commerce-Related distribution and warehousing in terms of sustainability

Abstract

In this chapter the relationships between logistics operations and e-commerce are investigated. The logistics operations are discussed under the distribution and warehousing subjects. The effects of ecommerce on these activities are analyzed by considering the social environmental and economic dimensions of sustainability in a broad perspective. For evaluating distribution of e-commerce products current last-mile operations trends and future expectations are investigated in the sustainability concept. Furthermore the effects of e-commerce on warehouse types and operations are presented. Besides that location and layout of warehouses materials used in warehouse buildings and material handling equipment are discussed with a sustainability perspective. © 2022 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.