Including same-day delivery options is good for business, bringing long-term, strategic benefits that should counter the typical six-figure cost of setting it up.
Walmart says that using the software to optimize driving routes, pack trailers efficiently and minimize miles traveled has allowed it to avoid generating 94 million pounds of CO2.
All retailers, even those with private fleets, should consider multiple delivery-carrier scenarios for last-mile success, says Bill Catania, chief executive officer and founder of OneRail.
Rising shipping costs, cumbersome processes and the growing demand for seamless service highlight the urgency for businesses to rethink their approach to last-mile delivery.
The self-evident questions are: Can’t you consolidate packages going to the same street on the same day? Do you really need a giant van to deliver a small box?
The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding last-mile delivery and its impact within global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering perishables and manufactured goods in a more timely and efficient manner than ever before thanks, in part, to the boom in e-commerce. New services and technologies for last-mile delivery are transforming the way companies do business — and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using last-mile delivery solutions to power their supply chains.
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