Proyecto logístico de importación de materiales de construcción desde Estados Unidos hacia la Importadora Comercial El Hierro Cia. Ltda., cantón Cuenca, provincia del Azuay, período 2016 - 2017.

Abstract

The current research work has like objective the Logistic Project of importation building materials from the United States to the Importer Trading Company “El Hierro Cia ltda.” Cuenca Canton, Azuay Province 2016-2017. In order to determine the acceptability of this project and its incidence in importations. It was developed according to descriptive research; a survey was applied aimed to employees and partners of the company. In addition, a FODA analysis was done whereby strengths and weaknesses were determined, the crossing of variables allowed to identify problems like the bad handle of logistic procedures and providing at the same time of possible solutions and strategies. The economic and financial study determined that the raised proposal generates a positive impact on the company, saving 3% on sales expenses of international purchases, pointing like viable this project. The analysis of logistic conditions allows considering relevant aspects for its appropriate functioning and identifying the company areas in which logistical channels and procedures must be implemented. It is important the proposal application because the Importer Trading Company “El Hierro CIA LTDA.” must be in the vanguard in technology advances and logistical process in building materials importation.