Propuesta de un modelo integrado para la optimización del sistema logístico de carga del sector portuario de la provincia de Galápagos.

Abstract

The current research work is a proposal for an integrated model for the optimization of the cargo logistics system of the port sector of the province of Galapagos, for this the analysis of the sustainability of the logistics process, services and cargo operations of the port sector of the province of Galapagos has been proposed. To achieve this, the regulations governing the development of cargo operations to the regime are first analyzed, then the logistics process used by companies in the port sector in cargo and cabotage operations to Galapagos is determined, subsequently, an interview is conducted to know the perception of the actors involved on the functionality of logistics processes in the sector and their impact on economic sustainability, social and environmental and finally propose an integrated model for the optimization of the cargo logistics system of the port sector of the province of Galapagos. The study was qualitative, applied, descriptive and cross-sectional and was divided into two phases; the first to carry out the documentary analysis about the situation of the subject; and the second where the interviews with the experts were applied. The final results show a proposal aimed at improving and / or renewing the cargo logistics system of the port sector considering a main hub located in a strategic place in the province of Galapagos, as well as common aspects that must be met both in the port of origin and in the destination.