Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in the Logistic Planning of Food Distribution inVulnerable Regions
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in the Logistic Planning of Food Distribution inVulnerable Regions
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https://doi.org/10.51473/rcmos.v1i8.2021.1107Keywords:
Geographic Information Systems; Food Security; Humanitarian Logistics; Vulnerable Regions; Food Distribution.Abstract
This scientific article aims to assess how Geographic Information Systems (GIS) can be
employed in the logistical planning of food distribution in vulnerable regions, with special
focus on areas characterized by chronic food insecurity. Using a methodological approach
based on bibliographic review and analysis of national and international case studies, this work
highlights the strategic role of GIS in optimizing logistics, accurately mapping population
needs, and improving food assistance coverage. Based on research promoted by organizations
such as FAO, WFP, and renowned scholars in geotechnology and food security, it is argued
that GIS are essential tools for more equitable and effective public policies. The use of
geospatial data enables evidence-based interventions, allowing for more efficient allocation of
resources and broader outreach to marginalized populations. The articulation between
technology, planning, and social justice is the core of this work, which proposes practical
solutions to one of the greatest challenges of modern times: hunger.
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