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Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 2:00 p.m.

Carla Tejada
Bridge-to-Faculty Scholar
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
University of Illinois, Chicago

"Urban Freight and Urban Cores: Analysis of the Impacts of Good Flows in Urban Areas"

Harvill, Room 102

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Dr. Tejada explores the hidden dynamics of e-commerce logistics. This talk examines upstream parcel movements beyond last-mile delivery using tracking data and highlights the rise of proximity logistics. Discover how these trends shape urban communities, impact the workforce, and respond to growing demands for rapid delivery.