Optimization and Application of Urban Terminal B2B Distribution Route with Time Windows for Cold Chain Logistics

Xiaokun Li

Business School, Henan University, Kaifeng, 100190, China

Abstract: This paper mainly studies the B2B distribution routing optimization of fresh perishable goods cold chain logistics with time windows. First, we introduce the background of the research and the progress of vehicle routing optimization with time windows at home and abroad. Secondly, the existing problems of B2B distribution at the end of the city are analyzed, and the design idea of the model is put forward. Then, the shortest optimization model with time windows and distribution routes is established. Finally, the feasibility of the model is verified by the actual example of XM company. The results show that the genetic algorithm can solve the B2B distribution routing optimization problem with time window at the end of cold chain logistics city, which can meet the requirements of different customers for different distribution time, shorten the distribution time and reduce the operation cost of enterprises.

Keywords: Time window; Cold chain logistics; B2B distribution; Path optimization