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Delivery Management

Delivery management is the process of executing on your planned deliveries as efficiently as possible. Topics we cover include dispatching, driver management, communications, GPS tracking, and reporting.

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5 Inventory Management Tips To Avoid Stockouts

Our top 5 tips to avoid stockouts: track inventory, forecast demand, work with reliable vendors, establish a backup plan, and optimize internal processes.

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Packing Slips: A Complete Guide for Delivery Businesses

A brief guide to packing lists, when and why local delivery companies should use them, and what they should include.

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What is Delivery Management? A Guide to the 6 Pillars

Delivery management is the art and science of getting things where they need to be, when they need to be there. Discover the six pillars of delivery management, and how to choose delivery management software.

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5 Reasons Why Delivery Vehicle Maintenance Needs To Be Part Of Logistics Management

Proper vehicle maintenance is critical to the health of any delivery business. Here's why -- and how to make it easier.

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How To Cut Gas Costs In Your Delivery Business

Last mile delivery businesses are facing huge gas price increases. Here are some ways to keep costs down, while also keeping customers & drivers happy.

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Last Mile Delivery Best Practices For Local Businesses

How do you level up your home delivery if you’ve never scaled this part of your business before? Here is a list of best practices for your business.

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Fixing The Last Mile Delivery Problem For Local Businesses

Are you a business delivering food, flowers, or furniture? Learn how you can ensure everything is delivered on time and in perfect condition.

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Top Last-Mile Delivery Companies

A guide to choosing the right last-mile delivery partner for your e-commerce businesses, with a shortlist of seven well-known brands to choose from.

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How SMBs Can Prepare For The 2021 Online Holiday Rush

2021 will be the biggest holiday season ever for online shopping, and not just for the big guys. Here’s how to ensure you can keep your promises to customers.