Business Consulting: Reemplazo en el uso de pallets de madera por pallets plásticos 100% reciclados aplicado en la empresa Arca Continental Lindley
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Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
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La presente tesis propone una solución estratégica y sostenible para reemplazar
progresivamente el uso de pallets de madera por pallets plásticos 100% reciclados en las
operaciones logísticas de Arca Continental Lindley, una de las principales
embotelladoras de bebidas en el Perú. El estudio responde a la necesidad urgente de
integrar prácticas de economía circular en la gestión de residuos industriales,
optimizando la reutilización de las mermas plásticas generadas en los propios procesos
productivos de la empresa.
A lo largo del documento, se aborda el contexto del problema desde una perspectiva
medioambiental, operativa y económica, identificando las limitaciones del modelo
actual de uso de pallets de madera, tales como su alta tasa de deterioro, su impacto
ambiental y los costos ocultos por mantenimiento, reposición y gestión de residuos. Se
presenta un diagnóstico del mercado de reciclaje y economía circular en el país, así
como un análisis detallado del perfil del usuario interno, sus motivaciones y resistencias
frente a esta transformación. La propuesta fue validada mediante entrevistas, pruebas
piloto en plantas operativas y simulaciones financieras; si bien se requiere de una
inversión total de USD 7,755,567 entre el año 0 y el año 3, se evidencia un ahorro
acumulado en un periodo de 7 años, una TIR superior al 15% y un VAN social positivo.
Además, se identificaron beneficios adicionales en reputación corporativa y
cumplimiento de metas de sostenibilidad alineadas a la ODS 12.
La tesis concluye que la implementación de esta propuesta no solo es deseable, factible
y viable, sino que también representa una innovación replicable dentro del sector
industrial. Se recomienda su adopción progresiva a nivel nacional. Esta iniciativa se
alinea estratégicamente con los compromisos de la empresa y su matriz, fortaleciendo
su posición como líder en sostenibilidad en el rubro de bebidas.
This thesis proposes a strategic and sustainable solution to progressively replace the use of wooden pallets with 100% recycled plastic pallets in the logistics operations of Arca Continental Lindley, one of the leading beverage bottling companies in Peru. The study responds to the urgent need to integrate circular economy practices into the management of industrial waste, by optimizing the reuse of plastic scrap generated within the company’s own production processes. Throughout the document, the problem is addressed from environmental, operational, and economic perspectives, identifying the limitations of the current wooden pallet model, such as its high deterioration rate, environmental impact, and hidden costs associated with maintenance, replacement, and waste management. The thesis presents a diagnosis of the recycling and circular economy market in Peru, as well as a detailed analysis of the internal user profile, their motivations, and potential resistance to this transformation. The proposal was validated through interviews, pilot tests at operational plants, and financial simulations. While a total investment of USD 7,755,567 is required between year 0 and year 3, the project demonstrates cumulative savings over a seven-year period, an internal rate of return (IRR) above 15%, and a positive social net present value (NPV). Additional benefits were identified in terms of corporate reputation and compliance with sustainability goals aligned with SDG 12. The thesis concludes that the implementation of this proposal is not only desirable, feasible, and viable, but also constitutes an innovation that can be replicated within the industrial sector. Its progressive adoption is recommended at the national level. This initiative is strategically aligned with the commitments of the company and its parent group, reinforcing its position as a sustainability leader in the beverage industry.
This thesis proposes a strategic and sustainable solution to progressively replace the use of wooden pallets with 100% recycled plastic pallets in the logistics operations of Arca Continental Lindley, one of the leading beverage bottling companies in Peru. The study responds to the urgent need to integrate circular economy practices into the management of industrial waste, by optimizing the reuse of plastic scrap generated within the company’s own production processes. Throughout the document, the problem is addressed from environmental, operational, and economic perspectives, identifying the limitations of the current wooden pallet model, such as its high deterioration rate, environmental impact, and hidden costs associated with maintenance, replacement, and waste management. The thesis presents a diagnosis of the recycling and circular economy market in Peru, as well as a detailed analysis of the internal user profile, their motivations, and potential resistance to this transformation. The proposal was validated through interviews, pilot tests at operational plants, and financial simulations. While a total investment of USD 7,755,567 is required between year 0 and year 3, the project demonstrates cumulative savings over a seven-year period, an internal rate of return (IRR) above 15%, and a positive social net present value (NPV). Additional benefits were identified in terms of corporate reputation and compliance with sustainability goals aligned with SDG 12. The thesis concludes that the implementation of this proposal is not only desirable, feasible, and viable, but also constitutes an innovation that can be replicated within the industrial sector. Its progressive adoption is recommended at the national level. This initiative is strategically aligned with the commitments of the company and its parent group, reinforcing its position as a sustainability leader in the beverage industry.
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Empresas--Aspectos ambientales--Perú, Residuos industriales--Reciclaje, Control de procesos--Mejoramiento, Responsabilidad social de las empresas
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