First & last mile problem: Why it matters
The term “last mile” may bring to your mind the supply-chain management of any e-commerce company. This usually talks about proven ways used to handle logistics.
However, whether it is goods or people that move, transportation poses specific concerns, which are known as first and last mile challenges.
For example, let’s look at public transit systems used to reach your office place and return home. The first and last mile here represents the distance you cover between the transit stop and your final (office) destination.