Ep 297: Next generation route optimisation with Kardinal

Postal Hub podcast

Jonathan Bouaziz, CEO and co-founder at Kardinal, discusses next-generation route optimisation:

• The traditional use case for route optimisation in the delivery sector
• Why doesn't classic route optimisation work any more?
• Inability of some route optimisers to deal with dynamic parcel volumes and volatility
• Impact of B2C parcel volumes on route optimisation
• Maximising productivity and profitability of delivery subcontractors, while maintaining margin
• The battle for talent - keeping the best contractor drivers
• Route optimising and load balancing across territories
• Why is territory optimisation more relevant than classic route optimisation these days?
• Quality of data and impact on route optimisation tools
• Unlocking value in the delivery network - and not just focusing on the last mile
• Poor data can be overcome
• Kardinal's approach to route optimisation
• Assisting carriers negotiate with subcontractors
• Defining good mix between different delivery vehicles (e.g. vans, cargo bikes)
• Helping delivery companies meet emissions targets
• The "always on" approach to route optimisation
• Kardinal's new partnership with Escher
• The strategic imperative of reducing emissions vs the operational realities
• Defining fleet parameters, optimising territories by suitability of vehicle type, and looking towards the prospective delivery fleet
• Helping provide visibility of sustainability and profitability