A Multi-Agent Framework for Zone-Based Last-Mile Delivery Optimization
Authors: Yuvraj Singh Pathania, Kabir Singh Shekhawat, Kathiravan Srinivasan, Manoov Rajapandy
Published in: Responsible and Resilient Design for Society, Volume 5 — Springer, 2025
Presented at the 10th International Conference on Research into Design (ICoRD’25), IIT Hyderabad
Abstract
In an era characterized by the rapid expansion of e-commerce, last-mile logistics emerges as a pivotal yet complex component of the supply chain, often plagued by inefficiencies and environmental implications. This paper presents a novel multi-agent, zone-based delivery optimization framework devised to improve the efficacy and sustainability of last-mile deliveries.
By limiting each agent to a certain geographic area, the proposed system departs from conventional single-agent approaches and balances rapid delivery with a decrease in vehicle traffic. The framework capitalizes on the synergy of geofencing, real-time agent tracking, and strategic route planning to improve dispatch and delivery of goods.
Focus
- Reducing delivery times through zone-level optimizations
- Enhancing scalability to handle demand surges dynamically
- Promoting sustainability by minimizing inefficiencies and resource usage
Highlights
- First-authored paper presented at ICoRD’25
- Published in a Springer volume on responsible and resilient design
- Framework designed to adapt to dynamic demand patterns and improve sustainability in urban delivery systems