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Why Descartes Outperforms Roadnet: Top-Notch Solutions, Expert Teams, Financial Strength In the ever-changing landscape of distribution, the right route planning solution is key. It's not just about the technology, but also the provider's ongoing...
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Watch Adrian Gonzalez and Descartes' Brad Bradley discuss route planning best practices, transforming poor performers into top-notch fleets for business success.
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In today's fiercely competitive business landscape, where distribution is a strategic asset, robust fleet management and real-time visibility are crucial for success. As a distribution company, it’s imperative to find a technology partner that...
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As a distributor, optimizing fleet performance is pivotal for financial success, differentiation in a competitive landscape, and delivering an exceptional customer experience. Recently, Adrian Gonzalez delved into these crucial aspects with Brad...
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Border States, the sixth-largest electrical distributor in the US, is reshaping its operational landscape through Descartes' advanced route planning, dispatch, and execution solution. This strategic shift is propelling efficiency, providing delivery...
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In today's dynamic business landscape, the distribution industry faces unprecedented challenges. The tried-and-true distribution business model is encountering headwinds from evolving customer demands and increasingly narrow profit margins. To adapt...
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As the importance of route planning and the use of mobile solutions has grown to help optimize fleet performance, the market has shifted to cloud-based software solutions. While they offer improved security versus traditional on-premise solutions...
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Shore Point Distributing Company, Inc., a longstanding New Jersey beer distributor serving restaurants, bars, and beer stores for 90 years, recognized the need to adapt to the evolving distribution landscape. In a strategic move to enhance efficiency...
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Modern route planning solutions are powerful tools for fleet operators to reduce costs, improve the customer experience, and even grow revenue. However, the business value that companies get after go-live varies greatly due to vendor service and...
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The distribution landscape is evolving at a breakneck pace. Customer demands are changing, and profit margins are under constant pressure. In this rapidly transforming business environment, companies need to reevaluate their distribution operations...
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Here’s how your business and customers can get the most value out of the click and collect retail channel.
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Customers want convenient, fast click and collect. Here are four ways to streamline the customer experience for in-store pickup.
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Learn how inefficient pickups can prove costly, and discover tactics to streamline the process and increase customer loyalty.
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Tracking customer feedback is vital to customer satisfaction. Here’s what to look for in a delivery or field service customer feedback platform.
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Discover how real-time customer feedback tools can transform service recovery, boost satisfaction, and streamline operations for delivery providers.
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Discover how businesses collect useful customer feedback after a last mile delivery or field service appointment.
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Knowing these 4 customer communication trends can take your last-mile customer experience and employee satisfaction to the next level.
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In today’s lightning-fast-paced world where customers continue to expect more, efficient vehicle route planning is crucial for last mile logistics companies. Whether you run a small local delivery service or oversee a fleet of trucks for a large...
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Route planning systems play a vital role in optimizing last mile delivery operations, reducing costs, and enhancing customer service. Some companies achieve phenomenal results while too many others don’t get close or fail. Why is that when there are...
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Route planning solutions have undergone significant evolution due to advancements in route optimization, integration of artificial intelligence (AI), real-time GPS availability, and enhancements in geospatial data. These solutions offer a diverse...
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