# 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

## DESCARTES