Last Mile Delivery

How does traffic affect delivery times?

Stream Late Delivery Index x TomTom Traffic Ranking Index It seems obvious, doesn’t it? Of course, traffic levels affect delivery times, don’t they? Well, you might be surprised. We cross-referenced data from TomTom’s traffic ranking index and our own late delivery index to discover that actually, traffic might not be the number one risk factor […]

Delivery Management Last Mile Delivery Logistics News Posted by Rob Spivey on February 21, 2024.

Beyond Barcodes: Unleashing the Invisible Power of IoT for Smarter, Seamless Logistics

You might have heard about the Internet of Things or IoT at some point. It sounds like something from a sci-fi movie, but it’s a reality changing how things operate. We see this in every aspect of our business operations: finance, marketing, client management, and logistics. In this article, we look at how the Internet […]

Last Mile Delivery Logistics & Transport Management (TMS) Software Logistics News Posted by Rob Spivey on January 9, 2024.

November’s Electric Vehicle & Alternative Drivetrain News Roundup (2023)

British Land Secures Planning for Net Zero Urban Logistics Hub in Central London Paddington Central’s 5 Kingdom Street logistics hub (The Box). Source: British Land One of the UK’s leading property development and investment companies, The British Land Company plc, has secured planning approval for a 121,000 ft² eco-friendly logistics hub in Paddington Central, which […]

Electric Vehicles & Alternative Drivetrains Last Mile Delivery Supply Chain Sustainability Posted by Joe Whitehurst on December 22, 2023.

How Supply Chain Innovation Will Enable Next-generation Healthcare

How Supply Chain Innovation Will Enable Next-generation Healthcare A report by DHL, Delivering Next-Level Healthcare, has analysed how supply chain and logistics innovations are facilitating new approaches to healthcare. Healthcare systems across the globe are changing rapidly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Accessibility, efficiency, and depth of choice have come increasingly into focus, […]

Delivery Management Last Mile Delivery Supply Chain Posted by Joe Whitehurst on December 18, 2023.

What are the Differences Between Route Planning & Route Optimisation?

Route planning and route optimisation are two closely related concepts that are frequently used throughout logistics and transportation management, but they have distinct differences and functionalities and shouldn’t be confused with one another. With that in mind, here are their definitions for clarity: Route planning is the process of initially planning the shortest route between […]

Last Mile Delivery Logistics & Transport Management (TMS) Software Navigation & GPS Route Optimisation & Planning Posted by Joe Whitehurst on .

What is Route Planning?

‘By failing to plan, you are preparing to fail’ Route planning plays a key role throughout logistics, particularly when multiple deliveries are made in a run and multiple routes are therefore used. It creates a number of logistical complexities that a Transport Planner, Logistics Planner, or their equivalent in an organisation are there to solve. […]

Delivery Management Last Mile Delivery Logistics & Transport Management (TMS) Software Route Optimisation & Planning Supply Chain Posted by Joe Whitehurst on October 23, 2023.

What are Empty Miles in Logistics?

Empty miles in logistics are a circumstance that has long plagued the transportation industry, but those who are not familiar with the concept may be wondering: What are empty miles in logistics? What are the side effects of empty miles? And finally, how do transportation and logistics companies avoid empty miles? Well luckily, we’ve dived […]

Delivery Management Fleet Management Last Mile Delivery Logistics & Transport Management (TMS) Software Route Optimisation & Planning Supply Chain Posted by Joe Whitehurst on September 4, 2023.

What is Route Optimisation?

We’ve all used Google Maps, Waze, Apple Maps, or any number of other satellite navigation applications to get us from point A to point B, without having to go through the hassle of manually planning or optimising a set route. Most cars now come with this type of software as standard, usually assessed using a […]

Last Mile Delivery Route Optimisation & Planning Posted by Joe Whitehurst on July 21, 2023.

How to Master Furniture Deliveries This Summer and Beyond

With Google search results for ‘furniture’ significantly increasing around this time of year, retailers must be prepared for any influx in demand and the logistical challenges that come with it, particularly throughout the last-mile. UK searches of ‘furniture’ during April were largely driven by garden and outdoor furnishings, as consumers look to equip themselves for […]

Last Mile Delivery Posted by Joe Whitehurst on June 26, 2023.

The Key Logistical Challenges of Last-mile Delivery & How To Solve Them

DHL recently published a report outlining some of the key logistical challenges that complicate last-mile deliveries, whilst presenting solutions to these challenges that evolve the final leg of delivery so that it’s fast, cheap, reliable and green. The answers can be found in a diverse selection of emerging logistics solutions and trends, with logistics and […]

Delivery Management Last Mile Delivery Logistics & Transport Management (TMS) Software Route Optimisation & Planning Posted by Joe Whitehurst on June 1, 2023.

How is technology transforming the future of deliveries?

Whenever the ‘future of deliveries’ topic crops up, one of the first things that springs to mind is the swarm of Amazon drones piercing the skies as they deliver packages to the homes of their 200 million Prime subscribers. And while this may not be something we see quite come to fruition tomorrow, it’s certainly […]

Delivery Management Last Mile Delivery Posted by Rob Spivey on March 6, 2023.

The Ecommerce Delivery Trends You Need to Know in 2023

Research conducted by Auctane in association with Metapack has assessed the upcoming ecommerce delivery trends that should be prevalent throughout 2023, and how shifting consumer and economic landscapes will shape them. More than 8,000 consumers across eight countries (UK, USA, Australia, Germany, France, Italy and Spain) were surveyed to gauge their shopping behaviours and how […]

Delivery Management Last Mile Delivery Logistics News Supply Chain Posted by Joe Whitehurst on March 1, 2023.

How Stream supports cold chain logistics operations

Cold chain in logistics can often be a complex battle between compliance and technology, and making sure you have the right tools in place to successfully complete your deliveries within the confines of your compliance requirements. Well the good news is that Stream can help support your cold chain logistics operation and in this post […]

Delivery Management Electronic Proof of Delivery (ePOD) Last Mile Delivery Logistics & Transport Management (TMS) Software Route Optimisation & Planning Supply Chain Walkaround Checks & Defect Reporting Posted by Rob Spivey on February 17, 2023.

The Best Messaging Channels for Sending Delivery Updates to Customers

Increasingly, customers’ expectations surrounding last-mile delivery have changed dramatically over the last decade. They want full transparency and visibility over their delivery: Where their package is What time it will be delivered The various options available to them if they’re not in to receive it Real-time tracking of the delivery vehicle. The list goes on. […]

Last Mile Delivery Posted by Joe Whitehurst on December 13, 2022.

How major postal carriers are fairing in their bid to decarbonise last-mile delivery

How major postal carriers are fairing in their bid to decarbonise last-mile delivery As part of a global initiative to reduce carbon emissions, logistics companies that operate large fleets have been implementing ways in which to reduce their carbon footprint in order to protect the environment. Pressure has been building from government policy, both nationally […]

Electric Vehicles & Alternative Drivetrains Last Mile Delivery Sustainability Posted by Joe Whitehurst on October 6, 2022.

Three key emerging trends that are transforming intralogistics

Over the past two years, three key trends: eGrocery, micro-fulfilment centres and automation, have precipitated unparalleled growth and change within intralogistics. Logistics processes for micro-fulfilment for groceries in particular have witnessed significant innovation over that time period to such an extent that customers in major cities across the globe can have their food shopping delivered […]

Delivery Management Last Mile Delivery Supply Chain Posted by Joe Whitehurst on July 28, 2022.

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