LOGISTICS & DISTRIBUTION
“ Total landed cost – or the full expenditure from factory floor to buyer’ s door – is just one key factor that requires everything from duties and VAT to freight handling and delivery to be looked at, allowing our agents to identify the most financially efficient route for goods end to end.”
“ Using data and AI-driven insights, we can assess reliability, predictability and look for risks – ensuring goods move faster, with fewer disruptions along the way,” he adds.
“ Understanding customs requirements, leveraging trade agreements and planning routes that guarantee complete compliance upfront allows us to circumvent costly delays and keep supply chains moving smoothly.”
While waiting for AFVs to mature may feel safe, the real opportunity lies in tackling what’ s already controllable. Smarter route planning, shared infrastructure and data-led logistics create a way forward that delivers both lower emissions and better business performance with no delay required.
Collaboration drives decarbonisation Charging and fuelling infrastructure also plays a part in shaping viable routes. Deloitte encourages planners to combine depot charging with en-route public charging powered by renewables, while also preparing for green hydrogen infrastructure. Over time, route maps will need to evolve to reflect this shift.
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