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Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard about ChatGPT: the AI chatbot that can answer questions, write content, and even help plan your day. But what about logistics? Can ChatGPT plan delivery routes? The short answer is yes, but only in a limited way. ChatGPT can help brainstorm basic routes, suggest a…

Every operations manager knows the feeling. The clock is ticking, orders are piling up, and you are still deep in the spreadsheet working out who is going where, when, and in what order. Manual route planning is more than just a time-consuming task. It slows the entire operation, increases the likelihood of mistakes, and leaves…

When it comes to adopting route optimisation software, investing in the right technology is only half the battle. The other, often more complex half, lies in ensuring your team, particularly your drivers, are confident, competent, and comfortable using it. After all, even the most intelligent system can fall short if it’s not used correctly on…

Is it time to let go of the spreadsheets? If your delivery operation is still relying on manual route planning, there’s a strong chance you’re limiting your team’s efficiency, scalability, and customer satisfaction without even realising it. Manual processes may work for a small fleet or a predictable schedule, but as your operation grows, so…

In delivery logistics, time is a critical but often invisible resource. While many fleet operators track costs, drop rates, and fuel efficiency, one area consistently gets overlooked, driver time. More specifically, wasted driver hours. These aren’t always obvious losses. In many cases, it’s a series of small, persistent inefficiencies that quietly drain productivity, limit profitability,…

Every delivery business has its challenges, but some are harder to spot than others. While rising fuel costs and customer expectations tend to steal the spotlight, the real budget-drainers are often hidden in plain sight: everyday dispatching mistakes that quietly eat away at your profits. From inefficient route planning to underused vehicles and missed delivery…

For fleet and logistics managers, few metrics offer as much insight, and potential for optimisation, as cost per mile (CPM). Understanding the true cost to move goods from point A to point B is not just useful; it’s critical. Whether you’re managing a fleet of five or five hundred vehicles, tracking CPM helps sharpen your…

In the age of real-time navigation and digital convenience, Google Maps has become a go-to tool for drivers everywhere. Whether it’s for finding the fastest way across town or avoiding unexpected congestion, it’s a helpful app for everyday journeys. But when it comes to commercial logistics, route planning for fleets, and high-volume delivery operations, relying…

The Growing Cost of Missed Deliveries Why Route Accuracy Has Never Mattered More In today’s landscape of real-time expectations, missed deliveries aren’t just an inconvenience – they’re a growing threat to profitability and reputation. With pressure mounting on logistics teams to deliver faster, more accurately, and more sustainably, route accuracy has gone from being a…

Summer may bring sunshine and holidays for most, but for logistics and delivery businesses, it marks one of the busiest and most challenging times of the year. Whether you’re delivering outdoor furniture, servicing air conditioning units, or fulfilling online retail orders, seasonal demand can skyrocket – and so can the pressure on your operations team….

Ever heard the saying, “It’s not the destination, it’s the journey”?  When it comes to route optimisation for businesses, it’s actually both. Everyone’s racing to find faster, more efficient ways to deliver goods, services, and experiences. But here’s something often overlooked: success doesn’t just come from having the best route optimisation software, it’s about how…

In an age where consumers expect speed, convenience, and transparency, same and next-day delivery have become non-negotiable for many businesses. Whether it’s retail, food and beverage, or B2B logistics, companies are under mounting pressure to meet fast delivery demands while controlling costs and maintaining customer satisfaction. Achieving this delicate balance hinges on one key factor:…