DC Velocity: Route optimization saves the day | Descartes

DC Velocity: Route optimization saves the day

Posted Jan 22, 2026

DC Velocity on how Brazilian beverage distributor Grupo Petrópolis is using Descartes’ routing and fleet management solution to achieve an on-time delivery rate of 98%, reduce overtime hours by 9%, and decrease fuel consumption by 5% — creating more efficient and sustainable fleet operations across 160 locations and 2,900 vehicles.