403: Unify Your Retail Experience, with Delivery Solutions

Amy Leachman of Delivery Solutions talks about the brand & what they do; ecommerce & the importance of omnichannel; and provider and solution diversification. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:   [07.58] How, and why, the ecommerce market has evolved so rapidly over the last few years; and the landscape of the industry in 2024. "COVID really shaped or accelerated the business… the need for last mile delivery, and how we think about true retail operations and technologies, has really morphed over the last four years." [11.13] The challenges and opportunities that retailers are facing in the current climate; and the importance of keeping a close eye on cost and control. "COVID rushed everyone to say 'I need to integrate here, there and everywhere!' So, looking at your tech stack, you then have 9, 10 different integrations for everything post-click. How do we simplify that – the cost and the maintenance it takes to uphold all of those API integrations – as well as keep the control?" [12.31] An overview of Delivery Solutions – who they are, what they do, and how they help their customers. "Delivery Solutions is a seamless omnichannel experience for everything post-purchase." [16.34] Amy's background; how she moved from delivery service provider to technology solution provider; and why she's so passionate about the retail industry. [18.36] The ideal client for Delivery Solutions. [19.35] The importance of Delivery Service Provider (DSP) diversification; and how Delivery Solutions is helping customers to successfully manage their DSPs. "When you have different delivery partners across the board, not all of them will have the same value prop… each is going to provide a different technology solution, coverage, what they will and won't do… It's very important to diversify in order to make sure you're choosing the most cost-effective providers, and those that are hitting the right KPIs." [23.43] What the diversification of delivery options means for clients, customers and the industry; and how collaboration allows all partners to achieve shared success. "It's coming together to simplify omnichannel, and to say: "we're all in this together." We want to work with the delivery partners, with the shipping carriers; we want to make sure the communication is clean, concise and proactive. Because, the more the customer is buying and the more opportunities they have to interact with the brand, the more we all win together." [26.33] How the Delivery Solutions team are helping clients to manage the balance between customer demand and expectation, and demanding sustainability goals. [28.48] A case study showing how Delivery Solutions helped a large retailer to drastically reduce its integrations – simplifying its tech stack, reducing costs, and increasing order volumes by 35%. [32.19] A closer look at onboarding and implementation, and how Delivery Solutions work with clients. [35.29] How Delivery Solutions use AI and machine learning to boost customer experience, improve communication, and help retailers make informed decisions for themselves. [37.51] The future for Delivery Solutions; and the omnichannel trends we should be looking out for in 2024 and 2025. "Retailers are going to continue to meet customers where they are, based on their buying habits and the ever-evolving technology solutions they can provide them." RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED:   Head over to Delivery Solution's website now to find out more and discover how they could help you too. You can also connect with Delivery Solutions and keep up to date with the latest over on LinkedIn or Facebook, or you can connect with Amy on LinkedIn. If you enjoyed this episode and want to hear more about retail and the last mile, check out 393: Get 100% Visibility Over Your Final Mile, with OneRail, 394: Be Agile, Decrease Costs, and Improve Supply Chain Accuracy, with Osa Commerce, or 383: Transform Your Supply Chain and Retail Planning, with RELEX Solutions.