Route Optimization:

Always On vs. Batch

Driving Fleet Peak Performance with Continuous Optimization

Today's world is real-time, responsive and always on. To manage and serve customers' nonstop needs, market leaders are adopting an always-on business model. By leveraging new technology that enables continuous route optimization, companies can offer next-day, same-day and dynamic delivery appointments to improve service while maintaining or reducing costs.

Traditional Batch Model

Routing optimization occurs on pre-determined cut-off dates and ends when delivery schedules are finalized

Routing developed
after pre-determined
cut-off

Batch

» Data not always available for best options
» Routes created at pre-determined

» Static delivery appointments with longer time windows

» Limited delivery options; no same-day service

Continuous - Always On Model

Routing optimization begins immediately after order is placed and continues through delivery

Increased Sales

» Enhanced omni-channel sales & fulfillment

» Better/right sizing driver pool

» More transactions closed

» Better customer experience with more choice for delivery options

Reduced Expenses

» Fewer vehicles

» Real-time data constantly available for better results

» Routes updated as orders received

» Wave picking enabled

» Lower cost per mile

» Reduced replenishment costs

» Dynamic delivery appointments with tighter time windows

» Same-day service offered

Always On Model – A Profitable Choice

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