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Tips and tricks for growing delivery businesses: increase efficiency with route optimization and increase customer loyalty with a 5-star delivery experience.

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Route Optimization

Ultimate Guide to Route Optimization

A practical guide to route optimization. Learn the basics, benefits, and advanced concepts of Intelligent Route Optimization. Become an expert route planner.

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Route Optimization

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Route Optimization

How to Optimize Routes with Google Maps (2023)

Learn how to plan and optimize your routes for multiple stops with Google Maps. And when you should use an alternative. Find out more!

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Delivery Management

Best Grocery Delivery Software For SMBs In 2023

Nine top grocery delivery software options for SMBs in 2023. Learn how business models affect software choice, and the importance of features like route optimization

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Sustainable Deliveries

30 Strategies For Greener Logistics

30 ways to make your delivery business greener and save money. From electric trucks to smart routes, we've got great tips!

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Delivery Management

Top Ways For Delivery Businesses To Retain Drivers

With driver retention rates as low as 9%, delivery businesses and trucking fleets are struggling. Learn key strategies for better truck driver retention.

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Delivery Management

What Does “Out for Delivery” Actually Mean?

What’s the difference between “out for delivery” and “in transit”? Our guide explains common last-mile logistics terms and what causes delays.

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Delivery Management

11 Best E-Commerce Platforms For Small Businesses

What are the best e-commerce platforms for small businesses? Discover the 11 leading solutions for 2023, and how to choose the right one for your company.

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Delivery Management

How Late Does UPS Deliver?

All-in-one guide to UPS delivery times, what affects them, and how to understand tracking messages.

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Delivery Management

Barcode ABCs For Small E-commerce Businesses

A comprehensive beginner’s guide to barcodes for small businesses. Covering UPC, EAN and other linear barcodes, as well as QR, Aztec and other common 2D codes.