Analysis of the relative efficiency in the trade balance of the departments of Colombia

Sara Ximena Pinto Duarte, Nolberto Gutiérrez Posada and Julio Ernesto Camargo Bejarano
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Sara Ximena Pinto Duarte: Corporación Universitaria Alexander von Humboldt
Nolberto Gutiérrez Posada: Corporación Universitaria Alexander von Humboldt
Julio Ernesto Camargo Bejarano: Corporación Universitaria Alexander von Humboldt

Revista Tendencias, 2026, vol. 27, issue 1, 1-25

Abstract: Introduction:This study analyzed indicators from Colombian departments to establish the inputs and outputs necessary for Data EnvelopmentAnalysis (DEA). The trade balance served as the basis for this study, as it is a key indicator ofregional economic performance. Objective:Key trade balance indicators were identified and analyzed, as well as other relevant factors influencingdepartmental economic efficiency. Methodology: A quantitative and descriptive approach was used to collect and organize data from the last five years, aimed atunderstanding logistics infrastructure and trade flows. Results: The findings revealeda high concentration of efficiency in the central and western departments of the country, revealing marked structural differences between regions. Discussion: The quality and inconsistencyof the different official database sources represented the main obstacle to the study. This indicatedthat the greatest challenge was collectingand constructinga reliable database prior to the application of the analytical model.Conclusion:A structured and comprehensive database was successfully developed, which wasessential for the subsequent stages of the study and for the analysis of the commercialefficiency of Colombian departments, with Bogotá emerging as the most efficient city.

Keywords: nternational trade; exports; imports; transportation infrastructure; data processing (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: C67 F10 M21 O11 O18 R40 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
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