Maxoptra Blog

We don’t like to brag (ok, maybe just a little…). But the past year has really shown us the difference our application is making to our customers and their businesses.  Throughout 2020, we have spoken to customers from a vast  range of industries. From groceries to home furnishings, pharmacies to waste removal.and building supplies All…

Over the past year we have talked a lot about how we aim to support our customers, both old and new, to navigate challenges brought about by Covid-19. We have helped businesses such as Charles Stamper, Holt Farm, and Sambrook’s Brewery to pivot from B2B to B2C/D2C. Enabling them to continue their businesses, streamline their…

It’s safe to say that the world is a very different place not only compared to a year ago. But just a few months ago. When it comes to trends in delivery and logistics, it’s not surprising that many have been heavily influenced by Covid-19. From supply chains and route planning, to store closures and…

It has recently been reported that thousands from Covid-blighted jobs are joining the logistics industry.

And that’s not surprising, as home deliveries are one of the few sectors within the British economy to grow throughout 2020.

As the UK plans to bring forward its ban on fossil fuel vehicles from 2040 to 2030, businesses all over the country are sitting up and paying attention to what this means for them. The government is expected to accelerate the shift to electric vehicles starting this year with the announcement of new clean energy…

Traditionally, the last quarter of the year is the most busy and profitable time for retailers and eCommerce. However, thanks to everything 2020 has thrown at us, it’s safe to say this year’s Black Friday is unlike any we’ve experienced before. For starters, shoppers won’t be battling the highstreet sales elbow to elbow. Instead, they’ll…

As consumers remain glued to their phones and current circumstances are pushing more and more people online, it’s no surprise that the way consumers buy has changed considerably.  For many, this means it has become faster, smoother, and simpler. Consumers know what they want. And they want it now. We are at the stage where…

Delivery expectations are constantly on the rise. Now more so than ever with highstreet shops closing and lockdown regulations increasing Next Day Delivery is now the norm, and Same Day Delivery isn’t far behind. Businesses are now faced with the challenge of providing their customers with super-fast, low-cost delivery, frequent notifications and an immediate response…

Here we are again. Back in lockdown.
And while we hope that this version will only last a month. We also appreciate this isn’t much reassurance for many businesses who were just starting to claw back the regular custom they had previously lost.

We’ve previously talked about how the building and construction industry is seeing a surge in activity. And at MaxOptra, we’ve very much been at the centre of it. We have been supporting businesses involved in every stage of the building chain. From scaffolders and timber suppliers. To furnishings and bathroom fitters. Each business has its…

The government recently announced their new three tiered system of local COVID Alert Levels in England, sparking much confusion and concern throughout the country. This concern has further increased since the recent move of Manchester and South Yorkshire into Tier 3 – the highest level of alert possible. And therefore the most restrictions faced. For…

At MaxOptra, we are proud to work with 500 customers, boasting roughly 5,000 vehicles. That’s 3 million routes being planned every month, thanks to our system. We have worked with many of these businesses throughout Covid-19 to address, and solve, their challenges. From pivoting businesses from B2B to B2C to deal with the temporary closure…