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Personalized Software for Route Optimization
When running a successful business, efficiency and productivity are key. And when it comes to optimizing routes and schedules, finding the right software can make all the difference. Software for route optimization allows businesses to streamline their...
Why Cannabis Retailers Should Offer Delivery
When it comes to marijuana, nothing provides more versatility than having your cannabis delivered right to your doorstep – and cannabis enthusiasts are willing to pay for it. Cannabis delivery benefits both marijuana dispensaries and customers. This article provides...
Package Delayed in Transit? Guide for Consumers & Companies
"The waiting is the hardest part." It's easy to think that Tom Petty was referring to delayed packages in his classic hit "Waiting" because of how aggravating delays can be for both consumers and delivery companies. Delays are every delivery firm and...
Industry insights
Could Better Logistics and Transport Management Have Eased the Threat of a Railroad Strike?
With the threat of a railroad strike looming, it begs the question, could better logistics and transport management prevented this?
Your Last Mile Dictionary: Defining Delivery, Dispatch and Common Last Mile Terms
There are lots terms thrown around in the last mile space. In this article we’ll help you learn the definition of delivery, dispatch and more!
Supply Chain Integration and the Last Mile: How to Make it Work for You
Supply chain integration is a key concept to master for reducing costs, increasing efficiencies and better serving customers in the last mile.
The Push for Supply Chain Efficiency: Collapsing Our Resources from the Inside Out
After the pandemic, there has been a widespread push for supply chain efficiency. But has it gone too far? Are we collapsing our resources?
The Lasting Impacts of the Pandemic on the Supply Chain
With the pandemic declared over, what are its lasting impacts on the supply chain, last mile. and more? Learn more here.
The Business of Food Delivery: How Apps are Evolving Post-Covid
Food delivery businesses have evolved dramatically during and now after the Covid-19 pandemic. See what’s new in the food delivery space.
Routing & Dispatch
Last Mile Delivery Costs: The Most Expensive Step in the Supply Chain
In this article, we break down last mile delivery costs so you can better understand the most expensive step in the supply chain.
Find the Best Route for Multiple Stops in Seconds!
With Elite EXTRA, it’s simple to find the best route for multiple stops within seconds. Take a look at how our software does this.
Better Telematics Fleet Management Through Driver Gamification
Have you been looking for ways to improve your telematics fleet management? Gamification can be a fun and effective way to improve performance
The Key Differences Between Static vs Dynamic Routing
In the delivery business, customers' expectations are changing rapidly, and fleet operations need to evolve to keep up. Specifically, the way...
Going Beyond Multi Stop GPS: Empower Your Drivers With the Best Routing Technology Around
Learn how Elite EXTRA’s routing software goes beyond simple multi stop GPS to further empower your drivers to deliver more.
What Does No Contact Delivery Mean?
Contactless delivery became imperative during the Covid-19 pandemic and is still in use today. But what does no contact delivery mean?
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Delivery Network
Cost Analysis: Scheduling Crowdsourced Delivery Routes vs Using an In House Fleet
With the rise of scheduling crowdsourced delivery routes, an important question to ask is how does the cost compare to an in house fleet?
Delving Into Rideshare to Solve Last Mile Driver Shortages
Last mile delivery driver shortages have been hitting the last mile delivery industry hard recently. Can rideshare fleets help?
Ultimate Guide to Dispatching Hotshot Deliveries
If your company is looking to offer hotshot deliveries for you customers, here’s the ultimate guide to running a hotshot delivery service
How Will Food Delivery Rewards Impact Last Mile Delivery?
The newest trend in credit card perks is food delivery rewards. Learn how these perks impact the last mile food delivery industry.
How to Connect With Drivers to Complete Local Floral Deliveries
Want to learn how you can offer on-demand local floral deliveries without your own driver fleet? Learn how to connect with drivers here!
Solving Last Mile Problems with a 3rd Party Delivery Network
The last mile is filled with challenges and problems that need to be solved. See how a Delivery Network can help your last mile business.
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Returns Automation
Here Is an Easy Way to Handle Returns Refunds
Returns refunds can be costly for businesses, learn more about how your company can properly manage these refunds to reduce costs!
5 Simple Management Tips for Successful Product Returns
These 5 simple management tips can help you streamline your product returns and setup a successful reverse logistics operation.
How to Make Your Returns Portal a Revenue Driver
Instead of simply absorbing the costs of returns, learn how utilizing a returns portal can instead save your company money and drive revenue!
Reverse Supply Chain & Returns Management
In this article, we look at the challenges and opportunities present in the reverse supply chain, and how returns management can help.
How Returns Management Software Simplifies Reverse Logistics Operations
Reverse logistics can be challenging and costly. Read this article to learn how returns management software can help!
What is Reverse Logistics? Everything You Need to Know
Reverse logistics comprises the management and reclamation (or recycling) of goods and accepting the return of products.
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Elite EXTRA company
Inc. Names Applied Data Consultants to 2020 List of Best Workplaces
Inc. Magazine has named Wisconsin-based Elite EXTRA, an advanced dispatch software, to its annual list of the Best Workplaces.
Applied Data Consultants to Offer Dispatch and Routing Software Free to Area Businesses
Eau Claire based Applied Data Consultants offers its dispatch and routing software free to Chippewa Valley businesses.
Elite EXTRA Launches New Website
Elite EXTRA’s launches newly redesigned website to create a faster, more user friendly website that highlights our Last Mile Initiative.
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