Last Mile Delivery

3PL last mile delivery isn’t just a trendy add-on anymore. It’s where the money lives. That final mile consumes 50%+ of shipping costs while your shippers get hammered by customers demanding Amazon-level delivery experiences.

Let’s face the facts — in 2025, industrial supply is still a mixed bag. While some companies are making moves, many are stuck in their ways with a “we’ve always done it this way” mindset.

The right partnerships can strengthen middle and last mile delivery and help an organization build a competitive advantage.

Companies like HVAC and solar panel installers lean on specials to drive demand during what would otherwise be a slow period — making industrial supply last mile delivery highly important.

The cost of last mile delivery is rising, but shippers can develop effective delivery programs and save money by choosing the right partnership.

Studies show that 90% of consumers expect at least two- or three-day delivery, and 32% of global shoppers will abandon their shopping carts if the delivery time is too long.

The 3PL market is absolutely booming right now, and last mile delivery capabilities can help individual 3PLs capture a disproportionate share of the opportunity.

The delivery experience plays a huge role in customer satisfaction. The quality of last mile delivery services heavily influences that customer experience, often dictating …

Last mile delivery is an opportunity to gain a competitive advantage in 2024, if you build a program designed to create great customer experiences.

Effective delivery is essential to a positive customer experience. However, aligning with modern customer expectations is not so simple. Buyers today expect the items they want to be in stock and then delivered fast and affordably.

Customers don’t appreciate the complexity of last mile delivery. They just want their shipments to arrive on time and inexpensively. That leaves shippers to strike the delicate balance between …

Effective partnerships can help organizations overcome last mile complexity without drowning in high costs that undermine margin and profitability.

Your customers are obsessed with tracking their shipments. Research indicates that 91% of consumers track their packages, 39% track daily, and 19% track multiple times daily.

Effective last mile delivery partnerships are essential to the success of businesses across various industries, including industrial supply, retail, and others.

Perfecting last mile delivery is a key to unlocking customer satisfaction, consistent growth, and a competitive advantage in the marketplace for 3PLs, industrial suppliers, freight brokers, and others.

Delivery speed and efficiency have become the cornerstones of customer satisfaction, placing a significant emphasis on building an effective last mile delivery program that can rise to meet customer expectations.

As customer expectations soar, demanding fast, reliable, and transparent delivery services, 3PLs face the growing challenge of not just meeting but exceeding these demands on behalf of their clients.

The last mile, often the most challenging and critical leg of an industrial product’s journey… requires a blend of safety, compliance, and efficiency — a trifecta that defines the success of delivery operations.

The middle mile, which is the bridge between the first and last mile of delivery, can turn into a significant cost center because disruptions or failures in this segment have far-reaching repercussions.

Last mile infrastructure has scaled to meet this growing demand, but there remain complexities that require solutions. Last mile platforms can be a collective solution, as highlighted in this new article from FreightWaves.

Unlock efficient last-mile delivery with FRAYT & Supply Chain Now's webinar. Explore fleet diversification, partner dynamics, and gain actionable insights from industry experts to boost reliability and customer satisfaction in your delivery process.

Discover the importance of last mile delivery in online shopping. This webinar dives into optimizing last mile fulfillment, leveraging technology, and enhancing brand experience. Join to understand its impact on customer expectations and business success.

The last mile delivery landscape has changed, but it’s still possible for retailers to achieve the ROI they desire. The key is knowing how to overcome last mile challenges while seizing opportunities.

FRAYT and SupplyChainBrain teamed up to help businesses understand the nitty-gritty of fleet diversification that will put your business at the forefront of last mile delivery efficiency. We'll unravel the benefits of choosing the right partners and illuminate the crucial role of major carriers in this process. Learn how collaboration with last mile providers will accelerate your success and explore the abundant pros of fleet augmentation.

According to Frayt, 79% of businesses surveyed said last mile delivery services are crucial to gaining a competitive edge. Learn more key findings now.

Picture this: You're at the finish line of a marathon, the crowd is roaring, and you're about to cross over to victory — only to trip on a shoelace. That's what it's like when your last mile strategy needs more effective communication and support. All the hard work, dedication, and effort can fall flat due to a small oversight at a critical juncture. That's how crucial effective communication and support are in your last-mile strategy.