The Best Shape for a Crossdock

Authors:
John J. Bartholdi;Kevin R. Gue
Affiliations:
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Venue:
Transportation Science
Year:
2004

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Abstract

Within both retail distribution and less-than-truckload transportation networks crossdocks vary greatly in shape. Docks in the shape of an I, L, or T are most common, but unusual ones may be found, including those in the shape of a U, H, or E. Is there a best shape? We show that the answer depends on the size of the facility and on the pattern of freight flows inside. Our results suggest that many large crossdocks in practice suffer from poor design that increases labor costs on the dock.