Strategic and operational decision-making in delivery fleet electrification : a case study

This paper analyzes the decision-making process in electrifying delivery vehicle fleets, focusing on minimizing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) through strategic and operational decisions. Based on a case study of a Swiss parcel logistics company, we utilize two quantitative models: A strategic model for optimizing infrastructure (e.g., PV systems, battery storage, grid connections) and an operational model for daily fleet management (e.g., charging schedules, state-of-charge management). The paper at hand examines the decisions taken at both levels and how they interact. It further explores how their integration can enhance performance and resilience. The findings highlight the importance of aligning strategic and operational decisions to create a cost-effective, scalable fleet electrification framework that enables partial grid independence and resilience through strategic infrastructure decisions and intelligent operations. This research provides logistics companies with strategies to lower electrification costs, boost efficiency, and improve resilience.