A mixed-integer programming model for global logistics transportation problems

In today's highly competitive global environment, companies are forced to compete on price and delivery speed. Global logistics transportation presents some special challenges and issues for business organizations, and these issues differ from those posed by domestic logistics transportation. This study considers road transportation problems between two countries. A mixed-integer programming model is formulated to determine the optimal fleet components, route plans, and warehouse control in two countries. A series of experiments is designed to test the effectiveness of the proposed model. To enhance the practical implications of the model, different logistics plans are evaluated according to future changes.