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Logistics has long been a critical component of business, and with the ongoing increase in eCommerce, streamlined, efficient logistics have become more important than ever before.  There is increasing discussion around AI in logistics (and many other industries), but for many the concept of AI is a daunting one. However, many businesses aren’t aware of…

In a world obsessed with eCommerce and near-immediate purchases, advanced delivery services are becoming increasingly popular. However, many businesses have yet to catch up, and are struggling with managing their delivery operations and communications to meet consumers’ increasing demands. With numerous factors to consider, such as traffic, driver availability, and delivery windows, delivery route planning…

Over the past two years at MaxOptra we have seen a noticeable increase in all areas of system usage, including monthly runs, drops, and vehicle usage. Specifically, 106% increase in monthly runs, 113% increase in monthly drops, and 73% increase in vehicles used, all from Feb 21 to Feb 23. We attribute this increase to…

Are you finding yourself struggling to manage an ever-expanding logistics operation?  Are you looking for ways to optimise your transport processes and improve efficiency, reduce costs, and save time?  Route optimisation is a powerful tool that can help you take control of operations whilst boosting productivity. With the right approach, route optimisation can have an…

What is fleet maintenance? Simply put, fleet maintenance refers to ensuring that your vehicles are correctly maintained. This can include a variety of types of maintenance, such as managing breakdowns and repairs as and when they happen, to incorporating recommended maintenance on an ongoing basis. In a nutshell, effective fleet maintenance ensures less downtime and…

At Maxoptra, we talk a lot about our industry-leading technology. And, who can blame us? However, another reason our customers love us so much is because of our team. In fact, in recent customer surveys our teams have scored on average 9.5/10 throughout Sales, Implementation, and Support. To celebrate the people behind MaxOptra, we are…

At MaxOptra, part of our brand ethos is to provide customers with choice, which is why we integrate with all major CRMs and devices.  With this in mind, we have now launched our integration with Samsara, an advanced tracking solution that increases driver safety, efficiency, and sustainability. When integrated, Samsara provides MaxOptra with in-vehicle telemetry…

For many businesses 2022 was a year of setting solid foundations and focusing on growth, after a lengthy period of uncertainty and the need for agile strategy. MaxOptra is no exception. And we’re incredibly proud to say that 2022 was a year of successes, for our business, our customers, and employee growth. Despite a challenging…

The festive season is well and truly underway. And of course, the retail industry continues to keep us on our toes; from changing shopping habits, to order overwhelm, and disrupted supply chains. It’s easy for the December panic to set in. So to help businesses that rely on delivery and logistics, we’ve put together this…

Preparing for the Golden Quarter is a daunting prospect for any retailer, and can quickly become the nightmare before Christmas. But with many consumers opting to shop from the comfort of their own home, as opposed to battling the high street crowds, Christmas logistics has become one of the most important elements for any retailer…

We speak to Logistics Managers day in, day out. So we know they don’t have it easy. The role requires the ability to multitask; handling a wide variety of responsibilities from route planning to cost management and recruitment to industry research. And with consumer demands continuing to increase, Logistics Managers need to stay ahead of…

Why you should conduct daily walkaround checks Did you know that it’s estimated that 85% of roadworthy infringements could be avoided if drivers performed walkaround checks before their journey? Simple faults like loose wheel nuts can also cost you fixed penalties. The good news is that drivers don’t need to have in-depth mechanical knowledge or…