Location of logistics facilities a spatial analysis of critical location factors

Abstract

This study aims to evaluate the spatial correlation between influential factors and warehouse location decisions to identify potential patterns. The objectives include identifying key parameters and analyzing the spatial distribution of existing warehouses. Additionally, the study seeks to examine the correlation between these influential factors and the locations of warehouses. By identifying the desirable spatial distribution of warehouse locations for future planning purposes. Through a comprehensive analysis of these factors and their spatial relationships, the study aims for an approach to developing a multi-decision-making model leveraging Geographic Information System (GIS) technology to identify optimal warehouse locations in Hyderabad, India. This locates the spatial correlations between influential parameters and warehouse positioning decisions while presenting potential patterns in the process. The objectives of the study include the identification and analysis of various factors influencing warehouse location decisions. These factors include transportation infrastructure, rental values, land availability, proximity to the city center, freight terminals, airport approachability, and connectivity to major highways such as the national highway, state highway, and state outer ring road, freight route proximity to commercial land use, distance from proposed truck terminals, and travel time contours are considered as parameters influencing warehouse location decisions. By addressing these objectives, the study attempts to identify a desirable spatial distribution for warehouses within Hyderabad. The optimal locations are determined using the weighted overlay method, which integrates multiple influential factors to identify strategic warehouse sites in 3 scenarios. Furthermore, the research assesses the alignment of truck terminal sites with the strategic positioning of warehouses. This evaluation enhances the efficiency of the urban logistics ecosystem and contributes to the optimization of transportation logistics. By combining several crucial aspects, the research provides policymakers, urban planners, and stakeholders in logistics and supply chain management with insights and potential trends. Location of Logistics Facilities, “A Spatial Analysis of Critical Land-Use Factors” Department of Transport Planning, School of Planning and Architecture, Bhopal (MP)-462030 Page vi Policymakers involved in land use preservation and urban planning can leverage the findings of this research to strategically allocate space and maintain optimal land usage. By utilizing insights from the identified ideal warehouse locations, policymakers can facilitate the provision of common utilities such as common railway siding, parking facilities, and driver amenities. This proactive approach not only enhances logistical operations but also fosters sustainable urban development and supports the seamless functioning of the supply chain Keywords: Logistic facilities, Warehouse location selection, multi-criteria decision making, Freight planning, Logistics facilities, Warehouse planning, Land use.