Optimize peak season logistics with modern technology
As in many areas, logistics is characterized by seasonality, when companies feel a peak load. This period is characterized by a sharp increase in demand for delivery services, which occurs before the holidays or when the seasons change. At such times, many companies cannot handle the intensity of order processing, which leads to delays and breakdowns in standard chains. The way out can be logistics optimization through the introduction of modern technological systems and software.
The main advantage, in this case, will be the automation of a number of processes that take a lot of time and resources to process. One of the main problems during peak seasons is the ability to quickly process a large number of orders, as well as develop the optimal route for the delivery of parcels, taking into account a load of vehicles and their rational operation. If these responsibilities are taken over by employees without the help of special programs, they risk wasting a lot of time. In addition, it is worth taking into account the human factor, which leads to an increase in errors.
Thanks to the introduction of modern digital solutions, it is possible to get rid of the need to manually work through all the processes. Programs can take over such operations and handle them much faster and with minimal risk of error. Services based on artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies help build optimal supply chains, taking into account many parameters. In addition, such systems have the ability to learn, so they can quickly adapt to any changes.
One of the options for optimizing the work of a logistics company during peak loads is the use of simulation technologies. These tools can be used to predict in advance the volume of orders and consumer behavior and on this basis to create optimal routes, taking into account the maximum load of vehicles. Simulation modeling services analyze data from previous peak periods and use it to make assumptions about what sales, delivery geography, and more will be like.
Another innovative solution is the use of AI technology to successfully allocate parcels and build a route. In doing so, the program takes into account such parameters as vehicle load capacity, expected geography of parcels, number of deliveries, and much more. This allows you to optimally distribute the load, avoid downtime in delivery, as well as saving money on fuel consumption and vehicle operation.
In order to reduce the workload, it’s also important to get the dispatcher’s job right. Solutions that help control all processes in real time allow the specialist to react to difficulties in time and adjust operations as the chain progresses. Thus, downtime is eliminated and clients receive a high level of service.
