Direct store delivery is the process of creating, storing, and delivering a product to retailers without the use of a third-party logistics provider or intermediary shipping company. Direct store delivery software aids in this process by providing warehousing, routing and logistics, route accounting, and other features that unify processes across the supply chain. By keeping delivery in house, companies can improve supply chain visibility, take more ownership over deliveries, and develop more effective communication with their customers. Direct store delivery software is most commonly implemented by logistics departments, often alongside other supply chain management and logistics solutions such as shipping software and supply chain planning software.
To qualify for inclusion in the Direct Store Delivery category, a product must:
Provide features that allow companies to distribute, sell, and deliver products using their own fleet of vehicles
Provide route management features so businesses can manage drivers and delivery staff
Allow users to create sales orders, generate invoices, and receive payments