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Spatial accessibility and equity analysis of Amazon parcel lockers facilities.
Jaclyn S Schaefer1, Miguel A Figliozzi1
1Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Transportation Technology, People Lab Portland State University, Portland, OR 97201, USA.
Journal of Transport Geography
|December 26, 2022
Summary
Automated parcel lockers, like Amazon
Area of Science:
- Urban planning and logistics
- E-commerce and delivery systems
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated e-commerce and home delivery services.
- Automated parcel lockers offer improved delivery efficiency but their accessibility and equity impacts are understudied.
- Amazon holds a significant market share in U.S. e-commerce.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the location and distribution of Amazon lockers in Portland, Oregon.
- To assess the accessibility and equity of these locker locations.
- To provide insights for policymakers regarding the expansion of last-mile delivery solutions.
Main Methods:
- Utilized highway, land use, employment, and sociodemographic datasets for Portland, Oregon.
- Employed geographical tools and cluster analysis to evaluate locker distribution.
- Calculated accessibility and equity metrics based on location data.
Main Results:
- Amazon lockers are predominantly situated in mixed-use urban areas.
- Current locker distribution can serve a substantial portion of the population.
- Equity analysis reveals potential for improved distribution to reach underserved communities.
Conclusions:
- While lockers offer environmental and economic benefits, their current placement may not ensure equitable access.
- Policymakers should promote the strategic expansion of automated parcel lockers.
- Encouraging locker network growth can prevent market failures and enhance service in underserved regions.
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