From chaos to the perfect plan: how algorithms are changing logistics
Planning routes for a fleet of distribution vehicles is a challenge. But what if your vehicles transport ice cream, frozen meat, fresh vegetables, fruit, and dry goods every day? At Hossa Family, every day meant a logistical sudoku puzzle with thousands of combinations. Standard spreadsheets and navigation systems were not enough. A higher level of skill, sophisticated algorithms, and software were needed. The presentation will show how modern solutions help Hossa Family not only manage the planning of such a diverse fleet, but also adhere to strict time windows for next-day delivery; use GPS to check whether drivers are following planned routes, calculate the actual cost per kilo delivered to the customer, and evaluate time windows without overlap, which significantly improves the quality of the plan.