ECOLOGICAL SOLUTION OF GOODS PACKAGING FOR B2C LOGISTICS

Abstract

The publication describes the development of a new method suitable for selecting an environmentally friendly packaging solution in B2C logistics, which is currently facing major challenges. The key for developing the new method is the fact that the selection process is greatly influenced by the ecological aspects of the supplier's solution and the efficiency of working with the proposed solution, as these are the key aspects of the future in logistics. In the results and discussion, we will focus on a specific company that currently uses 14-size variants of cardboard packaging. Based on our analysis, we reduced these to four variants and streamlined the process of ordering, handling and storage of cardboards. Using the OEE metrics, we calculated the feasibility of this solution, which was only at the level of 65% compared to the metrics set by the company's management. With the help of the suppliers, we have designed a new solution that was tested under the same conditions using the OEE metrics. In the test, we have reached the level of 98%, which means a 33% increase in efficiency. At the same time, this solution is highly environmentally friendly and does not use polypropylene adhesive tapes, which pollute the environment. We then compared the results and evaluated the best quotes for both types of cardboards. The newly designed solution is only 4.9% more expensive than the currently used type of cardboard. Based on the results achieved, we can conclude that the new method offers companies the most advanced approach to choosing a suitable solution for B2C logistics.