scholarly journals Innovation in Road Freight Transport: Quantifying the Environmental Performance of Operational Cost-Reducing Practices

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (8) ◽  
pp. 2212 ◽  
Author(s):  
Valentin Carlan ◽  
Christa Sys ◽  
Thierry Vanelslander
Keyword(s):  
Western Europe ◽  
Road Transportation ◽  
Profit Margins ◽  
Operational Costs ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Innovative Solutions ◽  
Environmental Emissions ◽  
Mode Of Transport ◽  
The Cost

Road transportation is a key mode of transport when it comes to ensuring the hinterland connection of most European ports. Constrained by low profit margins and having to be active in a highly competitive market, companies active in this sector seek multi-dimensional innovative solutions that lower their operational costs. These innovative initiatives also yield positive environmental effects. The latter however are poorly recognized. This paper investigates the characteristics of different types of chassis used to transport containers from and to the terminals in the port areas and looks into the details of operational planning practices. It analyses the cost-effectiveness of these innovative solutions highlighting both the costs and the environmental emissions they save. Transport data from a road hauler serving the hinterland connection of a port in Western Europe is used to build up a case study. Results show that by using special types of chassis, which enable the combination of transport tasks in round-trips, the operational costs are reduced by 25% to 35%, and equally the CO2 emissions are also decreased by 34% to 38%.

The cost of cutting carbon emissions — A case study of Western Europe

1996 ◽  
Vol 37 (6-8) ◽  
pp. 973-978 ◽  
Author(s):  
Florentin Krause ◽  
Jonathan Koomey
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Emissions ◽  
Western Europe ◽  
The Cost

scholarly journals A cost benefit model for high capacity transport in a comprehensive line-haul network

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
David Lindqvist ◽  
Marwan Salman ◽  
Rickard Bergqvist
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Performance ◽  
High Capacity ◽  
Cost Benefit ◽  
Economic Costs ◽  
Road Transportation ◽  
Efficient System ◽  
Barriers And Enablers ◽  
Operational Costs ◽  
Cost Efficient

Abstract The objective of the paper is to analyse the potential of introducing High Capacity Transport (HCT) within a comprehensive line-haul network. Barriers and enablers have been identified, and a cost benefit model has been developed. The model considers environmental performance, socio-economic costs and operational costs and has been applied to a Swedish context and case study. The findings reveal that HCT can contribute to the development of road transportation in the perspectives of energy consumption and emission releases. It can further strengthen the trade and competitiveness of Swedish hauliers, as the introduction can provide a more cost-efficient system for all actors, including the transporter. However, the potential is largest when longer vehicles are meticulously and scrupulously introduced on a designated network alone.

scholarly journals Safety Performance in Industrial Construction: A Case Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 237-244
Author(s):  
Ahmed Senouci ◽  
Ali Jedinia ◽  
Neil Eldin
Keyword(s):  
Construction Industry ◽  
Safety Performance ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Coefficient Of Determination ◽  
Strong Impact ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Construction Firm ◽  
The Cost

This paper presents a case study of a safety training program developed by an international leading construction firm. The study was prompted by the continuing challenge of work- related accidents in the construction industry. Even with the measurable safety improvements in the last several decades, the construction industry still exhibits high rate of occupational fatal injuries compared to other industries. A linear regression model was developed using Microsoft Excel to determine the level of impact of the number of training hours on the resulting safety performance. The analysis confirmed that the number of training hours had a strong impact on reducing safety incidents. The coefficient of determination (R2) demonstrated that the number of training hours accounted for 81% of the variance in the incidents rate. The study results should assist in quantifying the cost-benefits of implementing safety programs, and in justifying the mandating of a certain number of training hours.

GREEDY METHOD FOR SOLVING THE LANGKAWI TOURIST ROUTE: A CASE STUDY

2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (Number 1) ◽  
pp. 21-29
Author(s):  
Zakiah Hashim ◽  
Wan Laailatul Hanim Mat Desa ◽  
Hurul Ain Aziz ◽  
Nur Mariana Zaimah Mohd Zaki
Keyword(s):  
Mathematical Model ◽  
Real Case ◽  
Route Selection ◽  
Optimal Route ◽  
Greedy Method ◽  
Primary Mode ◽  
Insertion Method ◽  
Mode Of Transport ◽  
The Cost

This paper presents a real case study to determine the optimal tourist route at Langkawi Island. The Langkawi Island was selected as thecase study because normally, tourist travel to this island will drive the rented car as the primary mode of transport. Thus, the aim of this paper is to develop a mathematical model to find an optimal route for tourist to travel to their interesting places around Langkawi Island. In order to solve the problem, Greedy method was applied in this study and MATLAB version 7.8 has been used to get the solution. The result obtained shows that Nearest Greedy Insertion method gives better result compared to the Nearest Greedy method. The minimum value of the route selection gives effect to the cost of travelling. Therefore, from this study, the best route that connect from one interesting place to others place can be suggested to the tourist as guidance. In addition, tourist can save their time and money to visit all interesting places in this study.

scholarly journals Application of the TDABC model in the logistics process using different capacity cost rates

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 1003 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paulo Afonso ◽  
Alex Santana
Keyword(s):  
Cost Model ◽  
Deep Understanding ◽  
Activity Based Costing ◽  
Cost Rate ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Unused Capacity ◽  
Logistics Process ◽  
The Cost ◽  
Capacity Cost

Purpose: The understanding of logistics process in terms of costs and profitability is a complex task and there is a need of more research and applied work on these issues. In this research project, the concepts underlying Time-Driven Activity Based Costing (TDABC) have been used in the context of logistics costs.Design/methodology/approach: A Distribution Centre of wood and carpentry related materials has been studied. A multidisciplinary team has been composed to support the project including the researchers and three employees of the company responsible for accounting, logistics and warehousing. The design and implementation of the costing model asked for a deep understanding of the different tasks and processes that should be considered. Accordingly, a TDABC model for the logistics function was developed.Findings: The cost model presented here is supported on a series of time equations designed for the logistics function which allow the analysis and discussion of costs and profitability of different cost objects namely, products, clients, distribution channels, processes and activities. The cost of unused capacity and the effectiveness of logistics processes are also highlighted in this model.Research limitations/implications: In a case study, results and implications cannot be directly or immediately generalized. Nevertheless, the proposed time equations and cost model can be easily adapted to explain other types of logistics functions and it gives the foundations or other TDABC models with more than one capacity cost rate.Practical implications: The TDABC model developed in this case study can be used in similar cases and as a basis for the analysis of logistics costs in other logistics processes. Furthermore, managers can rely on the proposed approach to analyze products’ profitability and logistics cost structure. Originality/value: In this case, different capacity cost rates were computed in order to reflect appropriately the logistics function which was presented in two different processes: internal logistics and distribution. These processes have specific resources allocated and should be measured differently. This is in line with Kaplan and Anderson (2004, 2007) who have suggested a more complex TDABC model with more than one capacity cost rate for these situations.

scholarly journals Peningkatan Layanan Publik dan Biaya Operasional Perkantoran KUA: Sejarah, Pengelolaan dan Implikasi Terhadap Layanan KUA

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 183-199
Author(s):  
Angga Marzuki
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Study Design ◽  
Public Service ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
District Office ◽  
Case Study Design ◽  
Operational Costs ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Qualitative Research Methodology

Abstrak Artikel ini menyajikan hasil kajian mengenai implikasi Biaya Operasinal (BOP) Kantor Urusan Agama (KUA) Kecamatan, BOP merupakan upaya Kementerian Agama untuk meningkatkan pelayanan KUA bagi masyarakat. Kajian ini bertujuan mencari tahu dan menguji bagaimana sebuah pendanaan layanan berimplikasi terhadap pelayanan publik. Penelitian ini menggunakan metodelogi penelitian kualitatif dengan rancangan studi kasus di sebuah KUA sebagai sampel. Hasil kajian ini, menyimpulkan bahwa BOP KUA sangat berperan dalam menggerakan program-program KUA, walaupun belum memenuhi semua Tugas Pokok dan fungsi KUA. Selain itu ditemukan bahwa adanya pengelolaan BOP masih dikontrol oleh Kantor Kementerian Agama Kabupaten, sehingga fungsi 9 layanan KUA tidak dapat dijalankan oleh para petugas di KUA. Padahal seyogyanya pihak KUA Kecamatan lah yang mempunyai wewenang secara penuh dalam penggunaan dan pengelolaan BOP KUA.   Kata Kunci: KUA, BOP, Pelayanan Publik   Abstract This article presents the study results of the Operational Costs (BOP) of the District Office of Religious Affairs (KUA) implications, BOP is an effort of the Ministry of Religion to support the improvement of KUA services for the society. This study aims to find out and test how the services funding has implications for public services. This study uses a qualitative research methodology with a case study design in a KUA as a sample. The results of this study concluded that the KUA BOP has very important role in moving the KUA programs, even though they have not fulfilled all the KUA main tasks and functions. In addition it was found that BOP management is still controlled by the District Ministry of Religion Office, so that the 9 KUA services function cannot be carried out by KUA officers. Even though the Subdistrict KUA should have full authority in the use and management of BOP. Keywords: Kantor Urusan Agama, Management, Public Service

scholarly journals Data-Driven Approaches to User Interface Design: A Case Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 2134 (1) ◽  
pp. 012020
Author(s):  
Denis Pimenov ◽  
Alexander Solovyov ◽  
Nursultan Askarbekuly ◽  
Manuel Mazzara
Keyword(s):  
Interface Design ◽  
Data Driven ◽  
User Needs ◽  
User Research ◽  
Product Failure ◽  
Ui Design ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Software Product ◽  
The Cost

Abstract The most common reason for software product failure is misunderstanding user needs. Analysing and validating user needs before developing a product can allow to prevent such failures. This paper investigates several data-driven techniques for user research and product design through prototyping, customer validation, and usability testing. The authors implemented a case study software product using the proposed techniques, and analyses how the application of UX/UI research techniques affected the development process. The case study results indicate that preliminary UX/UI research before the development reduces the cost of product changes. Moreover, the paper proposes a set of metrics for testing the effectiveness of UX/UI design.

scholarly journals Penerapan Metode Activity Based Costing dalam Menentukan Harga Pokok Produksi Karet PT. Sumber Djantin Sambas

2015 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 355
Author(s):  
Gowardy Gowardy ◽  
Handi Brata
Keyword(s):  
Activity Based Costing ◽  
Case Study Method ◽  
Overhead Cost ◽  
Allocation Method ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Distortion Effect ◽  
The Cost ◽  
Interview Transcript

This study aims to understand how to allocate overhead cost in rubber-processing factory of PT. Sumber Djantin Sambas using Activity-Based Costing method. Furthermore, this research also attempts to compare the allocation results of the existing costing systems in PT. Sumber Djantin Sambas with those created through Activity-Based Costing systems. To accomplish these objectives, this study applies case study method. The main sources of data come from interview transcript and cost and financial documents. This study results show that the cost of goods manufactured for product SIR 20 and compound rubber are overcosted. Betweeen these two products, SIR 20 is more overcosted. The total overcosting of these two products reaches Rp 2.749.997.488,57. Using Activity Based Costing, company can allocate the costs more accurately and reduce the distortion effect of costs which is caused by traditional overhead allocation method.

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