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Vehicle Routing Problem

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Explained: Vehicle Routing Problem (VRP) and the most effective solution to address it

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Lakshmi D

Jun 16, 2020

Vehicle Routing Problem is a constant in the last-mile delivery business. It happens due to the delivery and resource constraints planners face while coming up with minimum-cost vehicle routes. Solving it helps them reduce operational costs and enhance the quality of delivery services.  With the massive spread of COVID-19, delivery businesses are handling larger delivery […]

Locus On The Ground Report

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Locus On The Ground April Report: The Ripple Effects of Lockdown

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Team Locus

May 8, 2020

With countries across the world in various stages of lockdown, business sectors have been affected in different ways. While traditional FMCG is doing relatively well, other sectors have taken a hit. For this month’s Locus On The Ground April Report, we are focusing on the South & Southeast Asia markets. Locus, which has clients in […]

Covid Zones during lockdown in India

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E-commerce Deliveries Resume in Green and Orange Zones

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Team Locus

May 5, 2020

Ecommerce deliveries resume non-essentials in Green & Orange Zones. Check how efficient zone-based route planning for last-mile deliveries will be critical.

How advanced route planning software benefits fleet drivers

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How advanced route planning software benefits fleet drivers?

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Lakshmi D

Apr 22, 2020

Routing Software for Delivery Drivers: 3.5 million truck drivers in the USA contribute to more than two-thirds of total freight tonnage moved nationally. They move more than ten billions of freight annually.- American trucking association. Coronavirus pandemic has resulted in a sudden rush of demand for new drivers to deliver essential goods. Logistics companies are faced […]

Deliveries During Lockdown

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How India is Dealing With Essential Deliveries Amidst an Unprecedented Lockdown

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Team Locus

Mar 27, 2020

India's lockdown has disrupted deliveries of e-commerce and e-grocery firms. How is India dealing with essential deliveries amidst a lockdown? Know More!

Traveling salesmen problem

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Traveling Salesman Problem (TSP) and How Tech Can Solve It

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Lakshmi D

Mar 2, 2020

Updated: Mar 9, 2023 Salespersons are required to travel frequently as a part of their job, with the aim of maximizing their business opportunities. However, their daily schedules are often subject to sudden changes due to scheduled and last-minute customer appointments, making it difficult for them to plan optimal travel routes. As a result, salespersons […]

Route Optimization VS Google Maps

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Specialized Route Optimization Engine VS Google Maps Route Optimization: What’s the Difference?

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Shweta Sarma

Feb 27, 2020

When carrying out complex logistics operations for a business, a number of other important factors must be considered. You need a smart solution that can automate your end-to-end logistics activities, save costs and reduce human dependency. Google Maps routes or other web route mapping services are not capable of doing that. That’s where advanced route optimization […]

Route Optimization for 3PL

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Route Optimization for Third-party Logistics Operators: Making your Logistics Operations Economical

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Lakshmi D

Feb 18, 2020

Imagine a company in Mumbai wants to ship its products to California. This company does not have its own vehicles or transportation. What does it do? The company outsources its operations to a third-party logistics operator. This third-party logistics provider transports goods from one location to another.  Third-party logistics operators conduct logistics and transport activities […]