New technologies in parcel delivery

It would be hard to find a person whose daily life is not extensively influenced by new technologies. From social media to the way we listen to music or the various forms of automation, the day-to-day life of today’s societies depends on digital tools, and the way we shop online, or how those purchases are shipped, is no exception.

In this article, we will explore some of the most important ways in which the new possibilities are being used for shipping and delivering parcels.

Perhaps in the future we will witness equally profound transformations, arising from radical innovations, in ways that are impossible for us to predict today. In the meantime, these are 5 of the technologies that are revolutionizing the world of logistics today.

1. Communication

Of the different categories of technology that are transforming the world in the 21st century, none is more important than information technologies. At first glance, these are the technologies that make online commerce possible.

In parcel delivery, they provide a fast and detailed communication network between all the parties involved: from the store to the recipient, and including the companies’ internal communication. Parcel arrival notifications, warnings about unforeseen issues, new ways to provide assistance or contact the customer, such as social media or email, etc., are ways to ensure a smoother service and greater customer satisfaction.

2. Performance analysis

The large-scale collection and analysis of data associated with technologies such as specialized software are changing the way many companies operate, and parcel delivery is naturally part of this process. These resources make it possible to quickly identify areas for improvement and indicate ways to increase operational efficiency.

In another aspect, this type of technology helps make predictions about the future, including market fluctuations. Anticipating the future – for example, a spike in order volume – allows us to prepare for it and adapt quickly to circumstances.

3. Route optimization

Once again, it is computing resources – such as artificial intelligence – that make it possible to define and readjust, moment by moment and according to circumstances, the most efficient transport routes, based on variables such as traffic patterns, weather, or optimization in terms of parcel consolidation.

4. Parcel tracking

Being able to locate a parcel in real time is one of the most important tools for today’s e-commerce, and statistics show that both stores and buyers value it and use it frequently.

Tracking a shipment gives visibility to the transport process and contributes greatly to the peace of mind of all parties involved, while also making it possible to anticipate unforeseen issues.

You can find on this page the InPost tracking tool, available to you at any time.

5. Automated lockers

The Lockers, or automated lockers, are one of our two types of pickup point – the other is Ponto Pack – and they are very popular. Thanks to the use of an electronic opening system, they allow the parcel recipient to pick it up independently, using a code word.

As part of the InPost network, the Locker represents a highly convenient and simple way to send and receive parcels.

Parcel delivery away from home: the right choice for the modern world

Parcel delivery away from home is not, in itself, a form of modern technology, but it takes advantage of these technologies, such as fluid communication between all parties made possible by modern means, to provide a formidable and increasingly popular solution to the challenges of today’s world.

In addition to the added value in terms of convenience and comfort for the parcel recipient, this shipping method represents a gain in efficiency and agility, making it possible to avoid the complications associated with the so-called “last mile” of the logistics process.

It is also a response to one of the main disadvantages of current technologies: the costs to the environment. In fact, the logistics sector is one of the most polluting, and the growth of digital commerce is part of the problem. Out-of-home delivery involves a significantly lower volume of CO2 generated, contributing to a greener future.

Contact us today to learn more about everything we have to offer and to experience the advantages of the InPost service for yourself.