Podfather paperless route planning & ePOD

Are you looking to improve how you plan and manage your logistics operation?
Are you still running with paper or looking to control costs and improve customer experience? Podfather offers you the tools you need to run a lean, efficient and reliable logistics operation. Irrespective of your fleet size or industry sector we have the tools you need to move away from paper-based planning processes, unlock your fleet potential and deliver great customer service.

Podfather has been developing and delivering route optimization and ePOD (electronic Proof Of Delivery) solutions to the logistics industry for 25 years.
We are a privately-owned company, headquartered in the UK, and we specialize in delivering solutions that make a big difference to logistics fleet operators.
Our solution allows you to optimize your delivery route plans, capture essential vehicle checks, issue accurate ETA notifications and live on the day tracking links to your customers, capture proof of delivery information electronically and report on operational performance.

Our 70,000+ users rely on us every day to deliver great software solutions that deliver real value. If you are looking to update your logistics planning process, get your operation under control, and make a real difference to the customers that you are working for, then we want to hear from you.

Podfather is a SaaS solution hosted on the AWS cloud platform and comprises a back office system and an easy to use driver app. Our app replaces the need for your drivers to travel with paper tickets; it's fast, efficient, gives you real time visibility and full time accountability for what's going on out on the road every day and runs on even the most basic of smart device (both Android & iOS versions are available). Key features: Route planning & optimisation: Our planning tools will adapt to suit your needs irrespective of whether you are managing multi drop deliveries or bulk load planning. We can accommodate pre-allocated routes, routing by region or operational planning, where you optimize your plans with every run. We will ensure your route plans meet your customer time window constraints, account for resource availability and produce a result that you and your drivers can rely on.

Vehicle checks: Your drivers can use our vehicle check feature to ensure all relevant defects information is captured electronically and dealt with swiftly.
Swapping from a paper vehicle check to a digital one is a big step forward to adhering to the rules and regulations required when out on the road. ETA notifications & driver tracking: With Podfather you can give your customers full visibility of when a driver will arrive on site. Our customers report an instant cut in the number of "where's my delivery?" type calls, enabling key personnel to focus on other tasks. Customers can keep track on the day with live tracking links, ensuring they are ready to receive your driver.
This functionality will help you improve first time on time delivery performance. ePOD: Electronic proof of delivery is fast becoming the 'norm' amongst forward thinking logistics fleet operators. Capture real time information about what is being delivered where, with time, date and location stamps for accuracy.
Drivers can capture photographs and electronic signatures, ensuring you have the information you need to deal with discrepancies. By sharing accurate ePOD information with your customers you can invoice faster and improve your business cash flow. Reporting: With Podfather you have an accurate picture of what's going on across your operation. You have detailed route plans and a clear picture of what's happening out on the road. Data captured by the Podfather solution enables you to make informed business decisions that will impact future business growth. In short, we deliver a simple solution that solves a complex problem. Our standard product is functionality rich, easy to use and delivers benefits fast. We charge on a per driver per month basis, or on a per ticket basis depending on how you operate. Our experienced team will work with you to understand your business requirements, and deliver a solution that will provide a clear ROI, fast. We are well known across both the final mile and construction logistics sectors. Our customers include industry giants such as Tarmac, Breedon and GRS, big fleet operators such as Bidfresh, Rexel and Oddbox and everything else in between. Podfather, we help you deliver https://thepodfather.com/