Desafios logísticos e seus impactos dos preços dos produtos em regiões interioranas da cidade de Agricolândia-Piauí

Abstract

Logistics encompasses various processes spanning from the origin of a product or service to the final consumer. However, businesses in inland regions face numerous obstacles in restocking their inventories—challenges that can impact product prices. Key obstacles include location, road conditions, transportation, and the costs of fuel and freight. Thus, this research seeks to understand how transportation, distance, and logistical conditions influence the supply and pricing of products sold by merchants in these inland areas. In this context, the study aims to analyze how logistics affects the supply and pricing of businesses in inland regions. The study is justified by the importance of understanding the influence of logistics on the local economy. The theoretical framework addresses concepts related to logistics, supply chains, transportation, infrastructure, inventory, and warehousing, as well as the relationship between logistics, regional development, and price formation. To achieve this, an applied research methodology was employed, combining exploratory, descriptive, and explanatory objectives through a mixed-methods (qualitative and quantitative) approach. Data collection involved a literature review and fieldwork, including the administration of questionnaires to merchants in the city of Agricolândia, Piauí, alongside a review of scientific articles. The study concludes that inland merchants face challenges regarding both their understanding of logistics and their ability to navigate these logistical issues within the market. This research aims to contribute by providing a diagnostic assessment and logistical recommendations to improve commercial operations in the region.