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ABC Analysis

ABC Analysis is a method of inventory management that classifies the inventory into different groups depending on how important it is for the business.

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Batch Shipping

Batch shipping means grouping the orders together and shipping them out in batches. The grouping could be based on any criteria …

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Cash on Delivery (COD)

Cash on delivery (COD) is a method of payment that allows the customer to make the payment for an order at the time of delivery…

Composite Distribution Center

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Concealed Damage

Concealed damage refers to the damage to the goods that is discovered after the delivery has been accepted. In this instance…

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Demand Planning

Demand Planning is a part of the supply chain management process that involves forecasting the future demand for each product that the company sells…

Driver Management System

Driver Management System is a software that enables you to have an overview of driver productivity, manage their operations…

Dynamic Route Planning

Dynamic Route Planning means creating routes that take into account the constraints and are adjustable based on traffic and weather conditions…

Dark Stores

A dark store is a fulfillment center that caters to online orders placed by customers. It has the inventory but customers are not required…

Distributed Warehousing

Distributed warehousing means a warehousing approach in which a business fulfills and ships the goods from multiple strategically located warehouses…

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Empty Returns

Empty return means a delivery vehicle returns empty back to the warehouse or to the next loading point after it has delivered…

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Field Service

Field Service means sending your employees to provide a service at the client site, office, or home. It usually involves providing skilled services to the clients.

First In, First Out (FIFO)

FIFO (First In First Out) is an inventory valuation method used for accounting that assumes that the stock that is produced first is also sold first.

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GPS (Global Positioning System)

GPS (Global Positioning System) is a network of satellites deployed by the USA that enables anyone to find the location of any address on Earth…

Green Logistics

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Geocoding

Geocoding is the process of converting an address or a location to geographical coordinates i.e. latitude and longitude…

Geofencing

Geofencing means creating a virtual boundary around a geographical location and using GPS, RFID, Wi-Fi or cellular network…

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Honeycombing in Warehouses

Honeycombing is a phenomenon in warehouses used to refer to empty storage slots in the warehouse. These empty slots can’t be used to store any SKU…

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Inventory Management

Inventory management means tracking the inventory from manufacturing or purchase to storage to final sale. It involves having visibility…

Intelligent Load Balancing

Load balancing in the supply chain enables the distribution of tasks, resources, and routes in an optimized manner with the help of AI…

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Last In, First Out (LIFO)

LIFO (Last In First Out) is an inventory valuation method used for accounting that assumes that the stock that is produced last is sold first.

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Mobile POS

A Mobile POS (also known as mPOS) is any wireless device, be it a smartphone or a tablet, that can serve as a point…

Manifest

A manifest is an important document required for shipping and delivery. It contains information regarding the quantity…

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Mobile POS

Hassle free scheduling for your routes to get a view on driver workload and plan your day-to-day operations better

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Order Management System

An Order Management System (OMS) is a software to manage the end-to-end journey of an order. It brings together…

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Reverse Logistics

Reverse logistics is the stage of the supply chain in which goods are collected from the customer and moved back to the seller.

Route Visualization

Route visualization refers to the process of creating clear visual representations or maps of routes, paths, or journeys…

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Third Party Logistics (3PL)

3PL or Third Party Logistics are logistics outsourcing companies. 3PL offers logistics services like receiving stock…

Telematics

Telematics is a combination of telecommunication and information processing. Telematics in vehicles uses GPS and other telematics…

Temperature Controlled Logistics

Temperature-controlled logistics, also referred to as cold-chain logistics, means the storage and transportation of goods…

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Warehouse Management System

A Warehouse Management System is a software that streamlines warehouse operations by optimizing the movement of inventory.

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We have a very simple and affordable pricing which caters to all the type of users from a single driver to a large sized organisation. For basic needs we have a Free Plan, using which you can try out our app and its features. For the power users, we have the Premium Plan options for both Single Driver as well as Fleets.
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To buy a Premium Subscription, you can go to the Profile Section and you will see a section “Upgrade to Premium” and a manage button. Click on the manage button and you will see 3 plans – Daily Pass, Monthly Pass and a Yearly Pass. Select the plan according to your needs and you will see all the benefits you’ll receive buying that plan as well as a Pay Button. Click on the Pay button and you will be redirected to a separate page where you can make a secure payment using Google Pay, Credit Card, Debit card as well as PayPal.

How to purchase a free plan? Web Mobile

You don’t need to purchase the free plan explicitly. When you create your account, you already have been assigned a free subscription which is good enough to try out the application. You get the following benefits in the Free Plan –

Optimise upto 12 stops per route
No limit on the number of routes created
Set priority and time slots for a stop
Add stops via Typing, Voice Search, Dropping a Pin, Uploading Manifest or Scanning Order Book
Re Route, Go Anti-Clockwise, Add, Delete or Modify stops while on route

What is a Daily Pass? How to purchase a Daily Pass? Mobile

If you want a more powerful solution but don’t require it for a prolonged period, you can go for our Daily Pass. It has all the benefits of a Free Plan. Additionally, you can add unlimited stops per route & all the Premium Plan benefits. To purchase the weekly plan, you need to –

Go to the Profile Section
Click on the “Manage” button in the “Upgrade to Premium” Prompt
Click on the Daily Pass & Make the payment

How to purchase the Monthly Pass? Mobile

Once your requirements grow, you can opt in for the Monthly Pass. It gives you all all the Premium Plan benefits and you can add unlimited stops to a route. This plan’s validity is 1 Month. To purchase this plan, you need to –

Go to the Profile Section
Click on the “Manage” button in the “Upgrade to Premium” Prompt
Click on the Monthly Pass & Make the Payment

How to purchase the Yearly Pass? Mobile

To enjoy maximum benefits, you should go for the Yearly Pass. It is often available at highly discounted rates and has all the benefits Zeo App has to offer. Check the Premium Plan benefits and you can add unlimited stops to a route. This plan’s validity is 1 Month. To purchase this plan, you need to –