TRANSPORT OPTIMIZATION
Optimization of transportation and distribution networks
Reduce transportation costs, shorten delivery times, and identify which parts of your distribution network need improvement. By leveraging Łukasiewicz – PIT’s more than 50 years of experience, you’ll receive a data-driven analysis, specific improvement scenarios, and recommendations ready for implementation.
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Services in the area of transportation optimization
We analyze the current organization of transportation and distribution networks, and then identify where the company is losing time, money, or control over the process. We review routes, costs, locations, schedules, the model for working with carriers, and the impact of transportation on emissions.
Emissions management
We identify sources of emissions in transportation processes, help measure them, and recommend actions to reduce the carbon footprint. We assist organizations in preparing data that complies with, among other standards, ISO 14064 and CSRD requirements.
GIS analyses
We use spatial data to evaluate locations, routes, delivery times, and service areas. This makes it easier to identify where the distribution network is operating efficiently and where it is generating unnecessary costs.
Route optimization
We design routes taking into account time windows, load capacity, costs, customer locations, and operational constraints. The goal is to reduce the number of kilometers traveled, improve fleet utilization, and lower delivery costs.
Last-mile logistics
We analyze end-customer delivery models, pickup points, delivery zones, and the efficiency of urban routes. We help select solutions that improve on-time delivery and reduce the cost of the final leg of delivery.
Transportation cost analysis
We break down transportation costs into specific components: routes, rates, vehicle utilization, carriers, fuel, stops, and empty runs. We identify areas where optimization can yield the greatest results.
Collaboration with carriers
We assist with selecting a model for cooperation with carriers, analyzing rates, evaluating service quality, and preparing guidelines for negotiations or transportation bids.
If you’re looking for answers to the following questions:
How can a company reduce its transportation costs?
How can we reduce empty runs?
How can we improve delivery timeliness?
How do you conduct a transportation audit?
RESULTS OF THE COLLABORATION
Your benefits from transportation optimization
The services and projects we will carry out for you will deliver measurable results in terms of costs, time, and the quality of your transportation processes.
Lower costs
Fewer empty runs, better utilization of cargo capacity, more cost-effective routes, and stronger arguments in negotiations with carriers.
Shorter delivery time
More efficient route and schedule planning helps reduce delays and improve the predictability of deliveries.
Lower emissions
Reducing the number of kilometers traveled, making better use of the fleet, and operating a more efficient distribution network help reduce CO₂ emissions.
Better control
Data, KPIs, and reports make it easier to see where transportation is working well and where changes are needed.
PRACTICE
Transportation and distribution in practice
In practice, transportation optimization starts with simple questions: Which routes are the most expensive? Where do delays occur? Are vehicles being used efficiently? How much do empty runs cost? And is the current model for working with carriers still cost-effective? We begin and conclude every project with concrete numbers.
METHODOLOGY
Tools and Technologies in Logistics
When you work with us, you’ll receive specific, data-driven recommendations: routes, locations, costs, goods flows, and actual mileage. This makes it easier to assess which changes will have the greatest impact on your distribution network. Here are the technologies we use when working with you:
GIS systems
- GIS analyses show where it is best to locate warehouses, transshipment points, or delivery zones in order to shorten routes, reduce costs, and improve customer accessibility.
Network modeling
- You can compare different distribution scenarios before implementing changes. The modeling shows how the selected options affect costs, delivery times, and the flow of goods.
Telematics
- Data from GPS and telematics systems help reveal actual routes, stops, mileage, and vehicle usage. This makes it easier to identify the sources of losses and delays.
Business intelligence
- Dashboards and reports organize data on transportation, costs, on-time performance, and emissions. You gain a real-time view of the situation and a basis for making faster management decisions.
And all of this is part of a data-driven approach. We base all our recommendations on an analysis of actual operational data. This allows us to accurately estimate the effects of implementing changes.
PROJECT TIMELINE
What does the transportation optimization process look like?
You follow a structured, phased process: from data collection, through network analysis and scenario simulation, to recommendations and support in implementing changes. At every step, you know what we’re analyzing, what decisions you can make, and what business results you can achieve.
STAGE 1
DATA ANALYSIS
We collect and analyze your data on shipments, routes, costs, and the performance of your current network.
STAGE 2
NETWORK MAPPING
You can see how your distribution network actually works—where bottlenecks occur, which routes are problematic, and what costs the most.
STAGE 3
MODELING
We are examining how new network configurations affect costs, delivery times, workflows, and resource utilization.
STAGE 4
RECOMMENDATIONS
You receive an optimal network design, an analysis of the benefits and potential risks, and an implementation plan.
STAGE 5
IMPLEMENTATION
We support you in implementing changes, monitoring results, and adjusting settings.
REALIZACJE
Przykładowe projekty
Poznaj nasze wybrane realizacje w obszarze optymalizacji procesów transportowych
RETAIL
Optymalizacja sieci dystrybucji
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-18%
koszty
transportu
-25%
emisja
CO₂
E-COMMERCE
Logistyka ostatniej mili
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+35%
wydajność
dostaw
98%
terminowość
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQ
Does optimization require a company's own fleet?
No. We carry out projects for both companies with their own fleets and organizations that use third-party carriers. We tailor the scope of the analysis to the company’s operational model.
What data is needed for the analysis?
The most commonly needed data includes information on shipments, delivery addresses, weights or volumes, deadlines, transportation costs, routes, and the current network structure. The more historical data available, the more accurate the analysis.
Do you take environmental factors into account?
Yes. For every project, we can analyze the impact of transportation on the environment and identify solutions to reduce emissions. Route optimization and more efficient use of the fleet often result in a smaller carbon footprint.
How long does a typical project take?
Typically, it takes 2 to 5 months, depending on the scope of the project, the availability of data, and the scope of the analysis. A phased approach is also possible — from diagnosis to implementation support.
Will we receive just a report, or will it also include implementation recommendations?
The project results in specific recommendations: options for changes, estimated impacts, risks, and a potential implementation plan. We can also support the client’s team during the implementation phase.
Do you help compare different distribution network scenarios?
Yes. We can model various scenarios involving locations, routes, schedules, regional coverage, and partnerships with carriers to compare their impact on costs, delivery times, and emissions.
When is it a good idea to analyze transportation and the distribution network?
When transportation costs are rising, but it’s difficult to pinpoint the source. When deliveries are delayed, the fleet or carriers aren’t being fully utilized, and routes result in empty runs. This analysis helps identify where losses occur and which changes can most quickly improve distribution efficiency. In practice, the project may take the form of a transportation audit, a logistics cost analysis, distribution network modeling, or support for implementing changes.
Do you want to find out where transportation costs are the highest?
Contact us — we’ll help you determine which data is worth analyzing and where to start with optimization.
CONTACT US
Let's talk about your transportation processes
Take advantage of a free consultation. Tell us about your current transportation operations, delivery network, or relationships with carriers. We’ll help you determine whether it’s worth starting with an analysis of routes, costs, emissions, locations, or your distribution model.
Marta Cudziło
Logistics Expert,
Research Group for Logistics
Tel.: +48 609 149 560
Marta Cudziło
Ekspert ds. logistyki,
Grupa Badawcza Logistyki
Tel.: +48 609 149 560
