The latest news and insights from the first and last mile
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What are the different types of self-service parcel kiosks?
We explore the different types of self-service kiosk, outlining the pros, cons and best use cases for each.
What consumers think about parcel lockers and how carriers can encourage adoption
Parcel lockers offer carriers automation, consolidation and increased efficiency. But what do consumers really think about them?
Should carriers and posts "DIY" their self-service solutions?
Carriers and posts should invest in self-service solutions. But is building in-house the best option?
2023 ecommerce heads towards optimisation of returns and delivery
2023 has seen small adjustments to delivery & returns - driving a major shift in the ecommerce business model from growth to profitability.
The evolution of automation in the last mile and its weird and wonderful future
When you look back at the past, weird & wonderful predictions of automation in the last mile become less absurd and more believable.
Q2 product release highlights – faster deployment and customer journeys
This quarter, we’ve sped up the customer journey and returns deployment time, added sends to the kiosk & deployed container handovers for PUDO stores.
The rise of the micro-shipper: an untapped opportunity for posts
Micro-shippers are a growing audience segment that can be a lucrative opportunity for posts.
3 Highlights from Leaders in Logistics 2023
How to innovate, sustainability standardisation and the challenge for posts in a parcel-first world – these are the key themes from Leaders in Logistics 2023.
How we design for consumer behaviour change
We build psychological insights into our product design processes - here's how it drives better outcomes for consumer, carrier and merchant.