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Mahindra Logistics partners with Flipkart
Integrated third-party logistics service provider Mahindra Logistics has partnered with homegrown e-commerce giant Flipkart for integrated line haul solutions that will enhance operational efficiency and consistency.
As part of the partnership, Mahindra Logistics will manage Flipkart's pan-India operations by providing a fleet of heavy commercial vehicles, assistance in route management and network operations, and advanced analytics.
According to the company's statement, The vehicles will have advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) as well as driver safety and comfort-related advanced features. The integration of connected vehicle technology empowers the Mahindra Logistics control tower to monitor fleet efficiency.
This would help improve turnaround times and service quality, reducing the Total Cost of Operations and customer service levels, the company said.
Mahindra will operate 32ft single axle heavy commercial vehicles with Daimler India Commercial Vehicles on multiple national routes across the country.
The fleet will primarily facilitate Flipkart's e-commerce parcel movements through hub-to-hub operations, enhanced Turnaround Time (TAT), safety, and fleet management.
"These solutions expand our current line haul offerings for Flipkart enabling them to reduce their total cost of operations and improve service. Our enhanced fleet management standards, integrated with a focus on driver wellness and diversity, will serve to deliver higher standards of operational quality," said Rampraveen Swaminathan, MD & Chief Executive Officer.
"The collaboration with Mahindra Logistics will help in enhanced reliability and efficiency across the value chain. Their dedicated fleet management, expert route management, and advanced analytics will enable an optimal way of load consolidation, route planning enabling efficient, faster and sustainable deliveries," said Hemant Badri, Senior Vice President and Head of Supply chain, Customer Experience, and ReCommerce, Flipkart Group.
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