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How Floranow is Maximizing Customer Delight With Locus

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Given that last-mile accounts for close to 50% of all shipping costs, it was essential to get this right to ensure timeliness of delivery, maintain the freshness of the product, and keep operating costs in check. We can simply upload our tasks on the platform, making it really simple for scheduling and routing delivery.”

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World Post Day: How Postal Services Became The Bedrock of Modern-Day Last-Mile Deliveries

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Postal codes, Zip codes, or Pin codes developed decades ago by postal departments are the earliest legitimate geocodes and address verifiers used even today for last-mile deliveries. In the 1800s, postal officials began using selected post offices as distribution centers, where mail for large areas was processed and sent on.

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3 Reasons to consider upskilling your TMS

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Some customers may opt for sustainable delivery options , aligning with eco-friendly practices, while others might be willing to pay extra for express deliveries. These additional choices not only enhance customer satisfaction but also create new revenue streams through differentiated delivery services.