Locate2u Blog

Over the last couple years delivery has evolved from just clothes, consumer goods and groceries, to include more premium items like household appliances, furniture and even jewellery. This has opened the door for white glove services to cement their niche…

Whether you are a delivery driver or manage a team of delivery drivers, car insurance is crucial to your ongoing success. After all, accidents happen, and you need to be covered with the right type of insurance when they do. …

It’s no secret that in today’s climate, fuel prices have skyrocketed to an unprecedented level. Drivers across the globe are dreading the moment they must refill their vehicle. This has been especially harsh on delivery businesses that are trying to…

Leading your own team can be a tricky task, especially if you’re in the delivery industry. There are so many things to consider to get the most out of your driver’s on the road. Prioritising and optimising your bookings are…

It can often be difficult to lower your costs whilst raising your revenue, especially in the delivery industry. For businesses, especially smaller businesses, it’s essential to find ways to increase your profit margin.  You can achieve this by building a…

Enhancing your business’ productivity can often seem like a daunting task. After all, managing your bookings and creating the most time-effective journey for your driver can be a nightmare! Not only do you have to take into account driver availability,…

The innovation of technology has made it possible for companies specialising in delivery to experience a smoother and more productive process. Like any other industry, delivery businesses encounter their own number of challenges. These can include a lack of visibility,…

Today we’re lucky technology has advanced to the point where certain software can have delivery routes designed in just seconds. Prior to this, businesses often dealt with the stress that came with manually planning time-efficient routes for their team members. …

Finding a reliable Delivery Management Software for your business is a great way to make the delivery process easier. You can optimise your routes, track your vehicles and manage your bookings so you can keep on top of your business…

Everywhere you look there’s articles about “Improving fleet efficiency”, “How to be more fuel efficient”, “Making efficiency a priority”, “Complete more jobs more efficiently”. But what does efficiency actually mean? And what does that mean for your day-to-day work? Without…

If you’re a business owner or fleet operator, you know the struggle of manually building the best route for multiple locations. There’s a lot to take into consideration, with the addition of human error posing a risk to your productivity….

For business owners, cutting back costs whilst saving time can seem like an impossible task. Using a free route planner might seem like the perfect solution if you’re wanting basic software to organise your team members journey for the day….

Today, delivery is all about adapting to shifting consumer behaviour and the rapid pace of delivery. Delivery based businesses all want to improve their efficiency to keep up with other competitors and make their customers happy.  But how do you…

If you own a delivery based business, you know the struggle to keep up with customer demands, as well as maintaining efficiency when carrying out deliveries. You’ll be pleased to know there is a solution that can take away the…

Recently, the Federal Government announced it will support businesses with a tax deduction to support business technology and skills and training. If you’re looking to implement Locate2u before 30 June 2023 you can save!  Who does the Technology Investment Boost…

Small businesses are often under immense pressure, with most being sent into survival mode given the long lasting impact of COVID-19. So, what’s the solution? Delivery Software built for small businesses can help reduce the stress of managing bookings whilst…

Manually creating the fastest delivery route for your drivers can be a stressful and time consuming task. Throw away the pen and paper for a route optimisation software that builds the most efficient delivery journey in minutes rather than hours….

The relationship between businesses and their customers has been permanently altered as a direct result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Over 2019 and 2020, new methods of delivering vital goods became important as distancing measures remained in place. Contact free delivery…

As consumers continue to turn to online as their preferred method shopping, couriers and delivery drivers have never been in more demand. As such, 21st Century courier jargon has grown in complexity over the past few years. New terms have…

The way we deliver and receive packages are changing, especially during the pandemic which only increased demand for fast deliveries. There are two main options allowing you to meet this increased demand for faster delivery – DMS and Delivery Marketplaces….

As March winds down and Autumn is in full swing we want to share some exciting news. We recently joined the Roadz Marketplace!  What does this mean for you? Roadz helps fleet managers find, buy and use the right fleet…

If you want something done right sometimes you have to do it yourself. Getting a third-party delivery service to carry out your orders might seem like the best option, however there are many things that can go wrong. These range…

One of the best ways to improve your business’ performance and productivity is by managing your drivers. They are the first impression your customer gets of your brand, so if they encounter a bad delivery experience, they’ll be less likely…

A recent study has shown that 82.4% of consumers want to track their delivery in real-time. You can improve your customers’ experience by keeping them as involved as possible. Before real-time tracking was an option, the only way for customers…

How many times have you received calls from customers asking when their order will arrive and then got frustrated when you didn’t have the answer? It’s a stressful experience that can leave customers with a bad taste in their mouths….

Providing an exceptional customer experience goes far beyond an online purchase. These days, customers expect efficient, accurate, and timely deliveries, and if these expectations are met, the likelihood of repurchasing increases. In a recent survey, 85.6% of respondents said a…

Studies have shown that 44.9% of people shop online and with advances in technology and changing consumer behaviour, we can expect that number to increase.  You don’t have to be a mind reader to know what customers want when it…

Managing an entire fleet can be a difficult and time consuming experience.  A fleet management software has the ability to automate and digitise your fleet operations. Features such as route optimisation, real-time tracking, proof of delivery and booking management, all…

Why spend hours planning your bookings and creating the most efficient routes for your drivers when you can have them done in seconds? Delivery Management Software is a groundbreaking technology for businesses looking to increase their productivity and save money….

It all began when our CEO Steve Orenstein experienced poor service during a delivery he had missed multiple days in a row. Sick of waiting for days without a reliable ETA, Steve wanted to change the future of delivery to…

When it comes to deliveries, it’s not as simple as customers ordering goods and having them arrive magically at their doorstep. It involves processes known as first mile and last mile delivery. Both encounter challenges of their own such as…

As 2022 kicks off, we wanted to share with you some good news from the end of last year.  We acquired a Shopify App called Local Delivery. Local Delivery is an app that enables your Shopify store to be set…

If you’re wanting to optimise business operations and create a more organised process for team members, then finding a quality field service management software is key for your success.  This article will help in understanding what is field service management…

In 2022, proof of delivery is crucial to the success of thousands of businesses across Australia and the globe. Playing an important role in secure delivery, delivery performance and ultimately, customer satisfaction, evidence of delivery has become necessary to avoid…

One of the biggest challenges companies face today is satisfying their customers. Happy customers are repeat customers! When it comes to electrician companies, arriving on time at the right destination is crucial for ensuring great customer service. No one wants…

Choosing The Best Courier Management Service  Nowadays, incorporating cutting-edge technology is necessary to stay competitive in a society driven by technology and ruthless business models. A reliable courier is essential to improve your business’ productivity when it comes to delivery….

One of the most common mistakes that new online stores make is thinking they need to spend a lot of money to be successful. This common mistake couldn’t be further from the truth! There are many ways they can grow…

The recent pandemic has managed to ultimately change the way people buy their essentials…

Route optimisation involves the calculation of the most cost-efficient route for your drivers. This software takes into account all relevant factors, such as the number and location of all the required stops, time windows for deliveries, and matching the route…

The combination of e-commerce and the recent Covid-19 pandemic has seen a significant increase in online shopping. This means businesses are having to rely more on couriers to carry out their deliveries as efficiently as possible, making the need for…

As a plumbing business owner, you need a way to keep your plumbers and customers on the same page. Whether you have a single plumber or a team of dozens of professionals, using a route optimisation software can help save…

Last mile delivery, also known as last mile logistics, is the final step of the delivery process where packages that reside in warehouses are delivered directly to a customer’s door. It’s considered the most important stage of the process given…

If you’re looking to improve your fleets performance then GPS tracking could be your business’ saving grace. Not knowing where your team members are throughout the day can often leave you in limbo wondering if they are being as productive…

Route optimisation is the process of using software that generates the most efficient routes based on the number of stops, any special requirements of those stops and the availability of drivers. Prior to using route optimisation, business owners would have…

You may be wondering how GPS fleet tracking works? There’s a lot of needless mystery around GPS Tracking. Why do people use it? What is GPS Vehicle Tracking? What Is GPS Fleet Tracking? Is there a difference? This article will…

If you, like many other businesses, are struggling to manage your bookings and plan the most efficient routes for your team, then you’re not alone. Finding a reliable and quality route planner will help save you hours of planning, allowing…

What is Fleet Maintenance? Practically speaking, fleet maintenance refers to the measures and actions taken to ensure your fleet of vehicles are fit for use and in working condition. As your fleet of vehicles will typically be one of your…