Technology Innovations and Digital Solutions for Sustainable Last-Mile Logistics

Sustainable Last-Mile Logistics 2026 Book chapter

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Authors: Deepak Gupta, Erkin Kholiyarov, Anvar Uralbayev, Bekzod Madaminov, Abdullayeva Marjona, Nazirjon Rajabov, Ergashev Nuriddin
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-7128-3.ch009
Cited by: 4
References: 42

Abstract

The rapid growth of e-commerce and urbanization has intensified the complexity of last-mile logistics, creating significant environmental and operational challenges. This chapter examines the transformative role of technology innovations and digital solutions in achieving sustainable last-mile delivery systems. It explores cutting-edge technologies including autonomous vehicles, drones, electric fleets, blockchain for supply chain transparency, artificial intelligence for route optimization, Internet of Things (IoT) sensors, and crowdsourcing platforms. The chapter analyzes how these innovations address traditional challenges such as traffic congestion, carbon emissions, delivery failures, and cost inefficiencies.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Urban and Freight Transport Logistics Transportation and Mobility Innovations Vehicle Routing Optimization Methods

Publication details

Journal / source
Sustainable Last-Mile Logistics
Publisher
IGI Global Scientific Publishing
Pages
249–278
Publication date
16 April 2026
Language
NG
Document type
Book chapter