The Top Courier Technologies of 2016

Fortunately, we live in a day and age where advances in technology and software have made many jobs much easier and safer. This is certainly the case for courier jobs and there are a few pieces of software which can greatly benefit any company in the industry. These all have great features that can streamline the operation, minimise error and help a business to reach their potential.

There are many different software systems on the market, but these are my personal recommendations.

OnTime 260

By asking around, you will find that many transport exchange businesses rate OnTime 260 very highly – it has received rave reviews online. It is a delivery management software solution which keeps everybody connected and everything on track and on time. It is highly customisable to your business, but a few of the common features include a web portal, advanced route scheduling, driver tracking, custom notifications, job assignment management and bulk data transfers.

In modern times, intuitive systems like this are crucial and can reduce a lot of the stress of running a business (but not all, sadly!). Not just this, but it can take your organisation to the next level by using the latest software to streamline and grow each arm of your company.

Digital Waybill

Another software system that has been very well received online, Digital Waybill can be used by courier, delivery and dispatch companies. It uses a clever web order system which is intuitive and easy to use, plus pricing, invoicing, dispatching and driver commissions are all available from the main screen.

It provides customers with the ability to track deliveries, prices are automatically worked out using your own pricing structure and courier drivers can be dispatched with just the click of a button.

This software can save time, as well as being extremely reliable. You can get a free trial, so why not give it a try?

WorkWave Route Manager

This web-based route planning software solution is a terrific way to optimise every single route for your drivers. This is achieved through clever technology identifying the quickest and most efficient route to take in a matter of minutes. Not only does this make courier jobs easier for your drivers, but it can also help to cut down fuel costs, reduce delivery time, improve customer service and meet narrow time frames. In addition to this, it also means that the headache of route planning is a thing of the past.

Workwave also comes with a handful of great features, including the ability to stay in touch with couriers, ensure proof of delivery, make custom notes and log delivery time. This can all improve your business in many different ways, but also make both yours and your drivers’ jobs much easier each month.

These three pieces of software are highly recommended by those in the industry and also online. They can streamline your business and help you to grow in many different ways, as well as make courier jobs simple and stress-free.