Centros de distribuição da cidade de Goiânia e Aparecida de Goiânia: estudo sobre fatores de decisão quanto a localização da instalação.

Abstract

This study sought to identify and analyze the distribution centers (DCs) operating in the cities of Goiânia and Aparecida de Goiânia, as well as the decision factors regarding the location of the installation and the economic and social impacts promoted by their operations. To this end, a quantitative research approach was adopted, descriptive, applied in nature, with technical procedures based on bibliographical research and case studies. To collect the data, a form was created to help record data relating to the CDs and a questionnaire was created on Google forms to be sent via email, WhatsApp or Linkedin to the managers of the CDs. The population was the Distribution Centers that integrate the list of the 500 largest ICMS 2022 taxpayers published by the economy secretariat of the State of Goiás. The sample was made up of the 10 largest distribution centers that make up that list. The collected data was processed and presented in tables and figures. Data analysis was supported by basic bibliographies and empirical studies. The study highlights that Distribution Centers (DCs) in Goiás have generated economic and social benefits, mainly through job creation. The DCs, concentrated in sectors such as health and food, employed an average of 3,638 workers in the last five years, positively impacting the economic and social development of Goiânia and Aparecida de Goiânia. The most important aspect that influenced the decision to install a distribution center in the State of Goiás was its strategic location.