Last Mile Delivery

Discover how drones, autonomous vehicles, and clean technologies are driving efficiency, reducing costs, and improving customer satisfaction.

Prepare to transform your last-mile strategy by exploring the ebook "5 Last-Mile Trends to Have on Your Radar," which provides actionable insights for aligning e-commerce with customer needs, enhancing delivery experiences, optimizing costs, and ensuring positive interactions for both customers and drivers.

A new study by Descartes reveals deep discontent with delivery service among online customers, with 67% reporting some type of problem.

The new trucks will help Amazon decrease pollution from its shipping operations as it tries to reach carbon neutrality by 2040.

A new Microsoft report on last-mile delivery reveals that speed and cost are the two most important factors, as customer satisfaction takes a backseat,

The 2023 U.S. Parcel Shipping Index is out, and it shows Amazon leading the pack in a changing industry landscape.

The creation of distribution microhubs around New York could significantly ease traffic and reduce environmental impact.

A Wendy's franchise in Virginia is testing food delivery via drone, with more locations possibly joining later this year.

Where to place a warehouse is the key to meeting customer expectations, but there is a science to ensuring that location balances those expectations with performance and cost.

UPS joined FedEx in announcing it will extend demand surcharges to packages effective Jan. 14.

Oak Brook, Ill.-based freight transportation and logistics services provider Hub Group took steps to expand its final mile service portfolio, announcing it has acquired Forward Air Final Mile (FAFM), a subsidiary of Greenville, Tenn.-based asset-light freight and logistics services provider Forward Air.

To excel in the swiftly-moving sphere of eCommerce fulfillment, it is essential to establish a robust infrastructure that encompasses people, processes, and systems. This infrastructure should be flexible enough to cater to the varying demands of your business and your customers. However, building a dependable infrastructure can prove to be a challenging task. This is the reason why several merchants opt for the assistance of third-party logistics (3PL) providers.

A new DispatchTrack survey finds logistics businesses remain concerned about an uncertain economy and rising operational costs in the last mile.

In today's business landscape, logistics teams confront immense obstacles. The dynamic nature of demand, together with the omni-channel fulfillment, have caused a surge in small-sized orders and persistent unpredictability.

Diversification and transparent pricing are among the tips AxleHire CEO Raj Ramanan suggests e-commerce shippers follow this holiday shipping season.