Systematic review of the profitability and costs applied for heavy transport in Ecuador
Systematic review of the profitability and costs applied for heavy transport in Ecuador
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Profitability, logistics, heavy load, transportationAbstract
Introduction: In this research, the factors that can influence the profitability of heavy freight transport companies are analyzed, carrying out a systematic review of the variables associated with the subject of study: logistics, profitability, technology and important indicators to confront the drawbacks of productivity in transport, to know the problems on this topic. Materials and methods: For the preparation of this research work, it was required to apply methods and techniques with which content can be obtained from primary and secondary sources for the collection of information. The research modality is of a mixed type (quantitative) since statistics of cargo transport companies and qualitative elements such as the literature review of the works associated with the subject of study were analyzed. Results: The main factors that directly affect performance in heavy cargo transportation are operating costs, which are made up of the following items: capital costs, fuel, lubricants, as well as operational and maintenance costs. In addition to this, external factors such as economic crises, government policies and pandemics can be included. Discussion: The current business environment in the transportation sector is changing rapidly and is becoming extremely complex as a result companies must develop and use technologies that facilitate appropriate responses to customer requests and thus organize cargo delivery in a manner efficient. Conclusions: Concluding that logistics and technology are the most relevant variables that can generate high costs in the heavy load transport sector.
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