When you are running a delivery service, get technology to help where you can. Check out the available apps and see what works for you.
When you're out on the road running a delivery service, a few smart Apps can make your life a lot easier. You may already use a Sat Nav and your phone to get directions, plan journeys, or hook up with the next load or other drivers, and all these things are useful in streamlining your delivery service; but there are plenty of other apps that specialise helping a driver make the most of their time and space.
Delivery Droid
Designed by and with the end user in mind, Delivery Droid is a great app to help you streamline your delivery service. Not only can you organise your orders, deliveries, dates and times, you can also store contact information for each of your jobs. This app is simple and easy to use for those who want good functionality yet don’t have space.
TTS Speedo
If you find you're constantly looking down at your speedometer working out information about your route, the TTS Speedo app will be a great addition to smooth out your operations. Using Bluetooth technology, the app gives voice indications of your speed, where to stop for petrol, when to check the oil, altitude, or if you need to alter your route. This app is all about the voice-centred communication and it’s well worth investing in if you spend lots of time on the road.
BestRoute Pro
If you specialise in a multi-stop delivery service, you need the BestRoute Pro app! Few other apps are as highly praised for their ability to plan and track the best route for a series of stops - up to 85 stops in a single journey. The app seamlessly integrates with larger navigation programmes like Google Maps, Waze, Navigon and more and you can start your journey from your current location or from a pick up point in the future. This app really is the best way to organise multi-stop jobs.
M8 Sat Nav & ROI
If you want a bit more involvement and help from your maps, the M8 Sat Nav and ROI app can help. Not only can this app help you to plan routes and store information and notes on deliveries, it can also help you to decide where you want to stop to grab a snack, petrol, or a good night’s sleep. It also helps you stay totally connected, as it integrates well with Twitter, Facebook, and Yelp!
Charge Anywhere
One of the key issues when you're running a delivery service is keeping on top of payments when you're constantly on the road. There are options such as PayPal, bank transfers or brokers, but if you prefer to keep on top of payments and invoices on the go, check out the Charge Anywhere app. This app does what it says: it allows you to accept cash, credit cards, cheques and ACH payments from anywhere. Other features allow for reporting, tax information and integration with Quickbooks to make life as simple as possible.
Any or all of the above apps (along with a host of others) can be a valuable, time saving addition to your operations.
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