ATLANTA and LONDON, June 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Descartes Systems Group
(Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG), the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive
businesses in commerce, announced that U.K.-based merchant Scott Parnell has
improved customer experience, operational efficiency and delivery sustainability
by using Descartes' electronic proof of delivery (ePOD) software to distribute
supplies and materials to construction, rail and infrastructure sectors on a
national scale. Implementing Descartes' ePOD has contributed to a significant
reduction in paper usage and productivity gains equal to two full-time
employees.
"Providing our customers with reliable and efficient service has formed the
backbone of our successful growth since 2012," said Rachael Adamson, Director -
South-East, Scott Parnell. "Introducing Descartes' ePOD has translated into
substantial daily savings of 16.5 staff hours as a result of more efficient
customer delivery and invoice processes, allowing us to devote more time and
attention to other initiatives that deliver greater value for our customers. The
solution confirms that goods have been delivered, efficiently completes delivery
notes, and emails the proof of delivery and invoice to the customer.
Additionally, by replacing paper invoices with digital ones when delivering
products, we will save on average 600 - 1000 pieces of paper each day,
contributing towards our own Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) goals
and customer requirements."
Part of Descartes' routing, mobile and telematics solution suite, ePOD captures
customer and delivery information with supporting images and signatures via a
mobile app. Since information is transmitted in real-time, invoicing errors are
minimised. With at-stop data gathering, the solution streamlines business
processes by eliminating the need for paper and printing, which reduces costs
and supports environmental objectives. Furthermore, ePOD integrates with ERP
systems, such as Hansa which is used by Scott Parnell, allowing organisations to
achieve more accurate inventory management and invoicing. Finally, the system
contributes towards health and safety initiatives, as it provides essential
information about delivery sites, such as the need for drivers to wear
protective equipment (e.g., high-visibility vest) upon delivery.
"It's been rewarding to see how Scott Parnell has made strides in its customer
experience and operations by implementing Descartes' ePOD software," said Gary
Taylor, VP Sales, EMEA, Descartes. "Our ePOD solution eliminates paper delivery
notes and invoicing to minimise paperwork associated with last mile delivery. By
digitising this process, Scott Parnell has achieved accurate proof of delivery,
invoicing and inventory management, and has freed up time for its team to focus
on other business priorities."
Learn more about Descartes' Routing, Mobile and Telematics Solutions
(https://routinguk.descartes.com/).
About Scott Parnell
Scott Parnell is an independent merchant made up of two specialist businesses,
Rouden Pipetek, supplying Drainage and Pipework into the Construction, Civil and
agriculture sectors and Scott Parnell, supplying products into the Civil, rail,
geotechnics and water management industry supplied through local and national
contractors. Scott Parnell was built to be different - an independent partner to
help customers make informed choices and find the right products from across the
entire market. Today, we're home to specialist divisions staffed with hand-
selected experts from across the industry. Each depot is a hub of hands-on
knowledge, supporting customers to be more cost effective, adopting innovative
new products and services, and taking the carbon out of construction. All of
this built on our commitment to being a partner you can trust with an equitable
culture and a committed carbon reduction strategy. Find more at scottparnell.com
and rouden.co.uk.
About Descartes
Descartes (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG) is the global leader in providing on-demand,
software-as-a-service solutions focused on improving the productivity, security
and sustainability of logistics-intensive businesses. Customers use our modular,
software-as-a-service solutions to route, track and help improve the safety,
performance and compliance of delivery resources; plan, allocate and execute
shipments; rate, audit and pay transportation invoices; access global trade
data; file customs and security documents for imports and exports; and complete
numerous other logistics processes by participating in the world's largest,
collaborative multimodal logistics community. Our headquarters are in Waterloo,
Ontario, Canada and we have offices and partners around the world. Learn more
at www.descartes.com (http://www.descartes.com/), and connect with us
on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/descartes-systems-
group) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/descartessg).
Global Media Contact
Cara Strohack
Tel: +1(800) 419-8495 ext. 202025
cstrohack@descartes.com (mailto:cstrohack@descartes.com)
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Descartes' routing, mobile and telematics solution offerings and potential
benefits derived therefrom; and other matters. Such forward-looking statements
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