Kris Van der Bijl

Content Lead

Kris is the content lead at Locate2u, covering delivery management, route optimization, and logistics technology. With a background in SaaS and operations, Kris translates complex logistics topics into actionable guides for businesses of all sizes.

80 articles
Why Driver Routing Decisions Still Matter in Automated Fleets
Route Optimization

Why Driver Routing Decisions Still Matter in Automated Fleets

You've invested in route planning software. Your dispatch is automated. The fleet dashboard shows real-time GPS data and perfectly calculated ETAs for every driver, every stop, every address on the list. So why does your most experienced driver keep departing from the suggested route?...

Mar 27, 2026 / 8 min read
The Operational Trade-Offs Behind Same-Day Delivery
Route Optimization

The Operational Trade-Offs Behind Same-Day Delivery

Same-day delivery is an absolute essential for most companies. But here's what rarely makes it into the marketing copy: delivering on that promise involves a web of operational trade-offs that can make or break your margins, your fleet, and your customer relationships...

Mar 18, 2026 / 8 min read