In the dynamic world of delivery logistics, the ability to swiftly and accurately optimise delivery routes is crucial. Ooooby empowers you with advanced routing options, ensuring that each delivery is conducted in the most efficient manner possible. This guide walks you through the process of selecting and modifying delivery route algorithms to suit your operational needs and preferences.
Choosing Your Routing Algorithm
Ooooby provides four routing algorithms to suit different delivery strategies. Each option is designed to give you flexibility and control over your delivery routes:
1.1. Prefer Google Maps Shortest Route
Calculates the shortest route for Active Orders using Google Maps.
Recommended for most users, especially new ones.
1.2. Prefer Previous Route Order
Maintains the route order from previous cycles.
Used for consistent delivery patterns but requires manual updates for new or changed orders.
Best to use Manual Delivery Route Ordering (see below), as it does the same thing—only better!
1.3. As The Crow Flies
Calculates routes based on straight-line distances.
Useful for manual optimisation or integrating third-party routing services.
1.4. Manual Delivery Route Ordering
Take full control of your delivery route order by setting up and customising routes manually. This is ideal if you want consistent, predetermined delivery sequences each week.
The Manual Delivery Route Ordering article provides more detail on this option.
Select your Algorithm
Navigate to Settings > Hub Settings > Delivery Type. Choose your preferred option from the dropdown menu at the top left of the page and click Save.
Calculating Routes with Google Maps
After closing orders, Google Maps begins processing the delivery information to generate routes. Note that during this time, route-related buttons will be temporarily disabled (greyed out) until the process is complete. If it's the first week of calculating the route, this initial calculation will take longer than normal.
Viewing and Editing Delivery Routes
To access and modify a delivery route:
Go to
Active Orders > View Detailsand click on theDetailsbutton associated with the desired delivery route.Ensure each delivery has a start address, an end address, and a designated delivery driver.
From here, you can edit start and end points, change the driver, and adjust other details for the Active Orders.
Manually Changing Route Order
Manual Optimisation:
Click on
Manual Optimisation. The current route will be cleared, allowing you to click on the delivery points in your preferred order, thenUpdate Route.
Adjust Route Order:
Select
Adjust Route Order. You'll see the list of deliveries, which you can reorder through drag and drop, then clickUpdate Route.
Utilising Routes for Deliveries
The calculated routes are crucial for organising delivery sheets, labels, and packing manifests.
Drivers can access these routes via My Routes on their customer dashboard, guiding them through their deliveries with the option to mark each as completed.
The system provides real-time updates with green ticks for completed deliveries and shows the driver's last known location for enhanced tracking and accountability.
This can be viewed by heading to the Deliveries Map for the drivers deliveries.
Further Information
For further information on delivery areas and drop sites, go to:
Conclusion
By leveraging Ooooby's route optimisation features, hubs can significantly enhance their delivery efficiency and reliability. Whether prioritising the shortest path, maintaining a consistent order, or opting for straight-line simplicity, Ooooby provides the flexibility to tailor your delivery operations to your unique needs and challenges. Remember, the chosen strategy can have a substantial impact on operational efficiency, so consider your options carefully to ensure the best fit for your hub.