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Logistics during Covid-19 Pandemic: A Bibliometric Analysis
Germán Toledo-Navarro1, Alexis Olmedo-Navarro1, Rafael Rojas Millan2
1Universidad Andrés Bello, Antonio Varas 880, Santiago 750097, Chile.
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the logistics sector, highlighting the importance of last-mile delivery and retail transformation. This study analyzes engineering research trends to identify future opportunities in logistics.
Area of Science:
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Engineering
- Pandemic Impact Studies
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic caused significant disruptions within the global logistics sector.
- Understanding emerging trends is crucial for sector resilience and future planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze emerging trends in the logistics sector post-COVID-19.
- To identify research opportunities within engineering and related fields.
- To examine the impact of the pandemic on logistics operations.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review using descriptive methodology.
- Filtering publications within the "Engineering" domain.
- Analysis of research trends using VOSviewer software.
Main Results:
- Studies focusing on last-mile logistics emerged as highly relevant.
- Significant research opportunities exist in the area of retail transformation.
- The pandemic accelerated the need for innovative logistics solutions.
Conclusions:
- The logistics sector requires continued research, particularly in last-mile operations and retail integration.
- Engineering research plays a vital role in addressing pandemic-induced challenges.
- Future studies should explore the evolving landscape of retail logistics.
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