Aplicabilidade da Ferramenta PDCA no Transporte Logístico Fluvial de Hortifruti Tomate

Abstract

This work aims to apply the PDCA tool in the logistic process and storage of tomato hortifrúti, investigating the main causes that affect product quality. The methodology was developed through bibliographic research and field study, with direct observation of the transport and storage process. The study showed that implementing a refrigerated chamber improves product quality, increases profitability by 42%, reduces losses by 46%, and cuts transport costs by 12%. As a result, producers can achieve a R$ 48,000.00 monthly increase in sales in the Manaus-AM market. The PDCA tool was essential for identifying problems and suggesting improvements in transport and storage.