How Richards Building Supply Enhances Operations with Descartes: Safety, Efficiency & Customer Experience
Discover how Richards Building Supply, a leader in the building materials industry, leverages Descartes solutions to enhance safety, reduce job site theft, and improve customer experience. With nearly a decade of using Descartes routing and logistics solutions, Richards has optimized fleet management and delivery execution to create win-win outcomes for their business and customers.
Key Takeaways:
- Customer Notifications: Real-time delivery updates for better communication and time savings.
- Proof of Delivery: Reduced job site theft and minimized claims with photo documentation.
- Driver Safety Training: Proactive, mobile-friendly safety reminders tailored to seasonal and equipment-specific needs.
- Fleet Optimization: Improved vehicle utilization with data-driven insights.
Hear from Jenny Vetter, a 19-year veteran at Richards, about how these tools make a difference.

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