Software for route & load space planning
AI-driven planning for transportation
in consumer goods manufacturing
Partner to leading companies
Benefits
Higher call volume & consistent service levels
Route Optimization for Higher Stop Density and Lower TCO
Integrated loading sequence for error-free unloading
Compliant scheduling for reliable planning
Challenges
Seasonal Peaks, requirements & restrictions
FMCG networks suffer from dense stop clusters and fragmented time windows (opening hours, loading bay slots), while SRP/RRP dictates palletization and cartonization and minimizes handling times at the POS. Urban traffic and delivery requirements increase dwell times; at the same time, EU driving and rest time regulations limit scheduling flexibility. Without integrated optimization, empty runs, extra mileage, and freight rates rise—especially during promotional weeks, seasonal peaks, and omni-channel deliveries.
Products
Comprehensive Transportation Planning with AI
Route & Freight Rate Optimization
- Time slot scheduling: hard/soft time slots, service hours, ramp slots.
- Driver Regulation Compliance: Integration of EU driving and rest periods, including break logic.
- Robust optimization: Reduces failures in the face of uncertainty.
- Scenario simulation: Planning for promotional peaks, events, and seasonal demand.
This ensures that every route is operated in a cost-effective, SLA-compliant, and operationally stable manner—even when dealing with high shipment volumes and campaign-driven demand.
3D Load Space Optimization
- 3D Visualization & Axle Load Check: Verifiable load distribution per vehicle/trailer, including loading sequence.
- Full pallets: algorithmic packing suggestions, higher fill rates, fewer trips.
- Retail Standards: Alignment with guidelines and identification standards.
The integration of visualization, palletizing, and loading sequences reduces dwell times and loading errors. This ensures rapid shelf replenishment and low POS handling costs.
Palletizing
The software lowers handling costs, maximizes capacity utilization — all without any manual, Tetris‑like stacking.
Features:
- Automated calculations: Ensuring safe and space‑optimized palletizing.
- Integrated load‑space planning: Smooth handoff into 3D visualization.
- Full constraint management: Including weight limits, stability, and regulatory requirements.
- Enhanced efficiency: Fewer touchpoints, faster loading, and safer transport overall.
Tactical Network Optimization
- Hub‑&‑Spoke‑Design: regionale Hubs, Cross‑Docking und Spoke‑Replenishment.
- Milkrun planning: fixed routes, ideal for cluster store areas with frequent restocking.
- Stop Density Optimization: Consolidating delivery routes to reduce the cost per stop.
- Peak Scenarios: Simulation for promotional weeks, holidays, and regional peaks.
With network-wide consolidation and tactical scheduling, you can align inventory, routes, and store slots—from regional logistics to last-mile delivery.
Success Story
Network Optimization for a Drugstore Chain in Hungary
How can complex distribution networks be made more efficient? S2data achieved exactly that for a major drugstore chain in Hungary: Through strategic and tactical network optimization, ideal warehouse locations were identified and optimal truck freight rates were calculated. The result: a resilient, cost-optimized logistics network that combines transparency and efficiency.
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