Use case

Integration of Deliveries & Pickups with PTV OptiFlow

Are your logistics operations hampered by the inefficiencies of separate delivery and pickup processes? Are you facing challenges with wasted time, increased costs, and logistical bottlenecks due to the need for intermediate unloading?

Request demo

Why PTV OptiFlow stands out?

Seamless Integration

Traditionally, systems require unloading newly collected pickups before continuing with deliveries, which wastes valuable time and resources. PTV OptiFlow revolutionizes this process by allowing seamless integration of deliveries and pickups without the need for intermediate unloading, significantly boosting operational efficiency.

Enhanced operational efficiency

PTV OptiFlow supports the integration of deliveries and pickups on the same route. This means that vehicles can collect pickups and continue with their delivery routes without needing to return to the depot or unload the pickups at the delivery locations. This capability revolutionizes logistics operations by reducing idle time and increasing the number of deliveries a single vehicle can handle in a day.

Why use PTV OptiFlow for mixing pickups and deliveries on the same route?

How do you manage the integration of pickups and deliveries in your transport planning process? Are you forced to unload newly collected pickups before
continuing with deliveries? Or are you manually adjusting routes to accommodate both pickups and deliveries?
 

Each pickup or delivery order has unique dimensions and characteristics. PTV OptiFlow allows you to specify the manoeuvring space required for each delivery or pickup. This ensures that drivers are prepared for any challenges at each stop. By incorporating these details into the route planning process, PTV OptiFlow improves scheduling accuracy and reliability, reducing the risk of delays and mishaps.


With PTV OptiFlow, every aspect of the delivery and pickup process is optimized. The system considers the capacity of the vehicle, the sequence of stops, and the specific requirements of each pickup. This holistic approach ensures that routes are not only efficient but also adaptable to real-world constraints. By integrating pickups into delivery routes, PTV OptiFlow minimizes detours and maximizes route efficiency, leading to significant cost savings and improved operational flexibility.

What are the benefits of this integrated pickup and delivery approach with PTV OptiFlow?

Faster planning
Reduce idle time
Courier, express and parcel delivery
Increase the number of deliveries
High performance
Boost operational efficiency

Concrete benefits

  • For your warehouse or depot
    The even distribution of loading activities decreases pressure on personnel and improves overall operational efficiency. It also prevents unsafe situations caused by vehicles waiting to load or unload.
  • For your drivers
    Drivers experience minimal frustration and stress as the system ensures that loading and unloading activities are well-coordinated and efficient.
  • For your customers
    The timeliness of deliveries is significantly improved, leading to higher customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • For your transport planners
    The elimination of manual adjustments in planning saves time and reduces the likelihood of human error, streamlining the entire planning process.
  • For your company
    Overall, the system helps in cost optimization by reducing idle time, overtime, and fees associated with delays or de-coupling of deliveries and pickups. This boosts driver and employee retention and enhances your company’s competitiveness in the market.

Are you ready to boost your transport efficiency by using the integrated solution for pickups and deliveries within your routes?

Request demo

Download this use case in PDF

Use case sheet | PTV OptiFlow | Integrated pickup and delivery (EN)
Filesize
724.54 KB

More use cases

Dock Scheduling with PTV OptiFlow

Are your warehouse loading docks a bottleneck in your transport process? Are you struggling with peaks in loading activity? PTV OptiFlow is the solution.

Learn more
Cost Optimization with PTV OptiFlow

PTV OptiFlow inherently focuses on finding the most economical delivery plans by defining specific costs for various factors. 

Learn more
Simplify Route Planning Amid Complex Tariff Structures with PTV OptiFlow

PTV OptiFlow offers a sophisticated solution that integrates distinct costs at the order level for any subcontractor in your plan. 

Learn more
Enhancing Planning Reliability with PTV OptiFlow

PTV OptiFlow creates robust plans that eliminate the need for post-planning adjustments, ensuring optimal and reliable logistics operations.

Learn more
Enhanced Prediction of Planned Arrival Times based on Historical Traffic Information in PTV OptiFlow

Tired of your drivers getting stuck in traffic and failing to meet your scheduled delivery times? PTV OptiFlow addresses this challenge.

Learn more
Optimizing Outsourcing Decisions with PTV OptiFlow

Do you rely on rules of thumb to decide which volumes to outsource? PTV OptiFlow eliminates guesswork by leveraging the various cost structure details.

Learn more
Mastering the Art of Choosing Between Cross Docking and Direct Delivery with PTV OptiFlow

Making strategic decisions on whether to cross dock a delivery for consolidation with other shipments or to proceed with direct delivery is crucial for operational efficiency.

Learn more
Integrated Depot and Route Optimization with PTV OptiFlow

Are you tired of the task of breaking down your planning process by first assigning deliveries to a depot and then optimizing routes for each depot individually?

Learn more