Securing Last Mile Delivery for Building Supply Distributors

In the world of building supply distribution, last-mile delivery is where reputations are made or lost. Distributors are facing increasing challenges: tighter delivery windows, rising operational costs, job site disputes, and growing customer expectations. To stay competitive, companies must rethink how they manage their fleets, job site deliveries, and overall last-mile logistics strategy.

In this on-demand web seminar, hosted by SupplyChainBrain’s Editor-in-Chief Bob Bowman and presented by Descartes, industry leaders discuss how distributors can overcome delivery complexity using fleet management technology, route optimization software, and real-time delivery tracking.

“Today’s job site expectations are more intense than ever. Contractors want transparency from order to delivery—and distributors who can't provide that risk losing the business.”
— Curt Gomes, Executive Director, IDAC and Former CEO, Pacific Coast Supply

Watch the On-Demand Web Seminar

What You’ll Learn:

• How to move from manual processes to digital-first last-mile operations
• Why real-time visibility and mobile proof-of-delivery tools are key to job site success
• The role of AI in route planning, service time forecasting, and customer communication
• How to reduce delivery errors, increase fleet productivity, and protect against costly redeliveries

Want to Learn More?

We’re here to help you tackle your most complex delivery challenges. Whether you're looking to improve route efficiency, reduce job site disputes, or create a more connected customer experience, our experts are ready to support your journey.

Let’s explore how Descartes can help you optimize your fleet operations and build a smarter, more resilient last mile.

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