Pladis: route and load optimization for in-house logistics

Pladis

Pladis Global runs its own transport and warehousing for brands like McVitie’s, Jacob’s, and Carr’s. To fit this model, it needed tailored logistics optimization. With ORTEC Route Optimization and Load Optimization, it built this capability on a stable core system foundation.

The challenge: reliable in-house logistics on tight margins

In fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), margins are tight and supply chains are exposed to disruption, so logistics is a strategic function rather than a back-office one. Pladis manages a complex in-house transport and warehousing operation that has to be cost-effective, reliable, and responsive. Some of their underlying systems date back decades. Therefore, they first wanted to modernize their core systems before scaling up with AI and advanced analytics.

Created value: route and load optimization that fits

After running a formal selection process, Pladis chose ORTEC and implemented ORTEC Route Optimization (ORD) and ORTEC Load Optimization (OLO). The fit mattered: Pladis was not just trying to shave minutes off delivery times but to run a complex in-house system reliably at scale. The software has proved stable in daily operation, with incidents and escalations handled professionally.

PROVEN RESULTS

Our impact in logistics in numbers

less time spent on planning

Less time spent reconciling changed orders, disrupted routes, and late-breaking capacity constraints — more time making the operational calls that matter.

fewer empty kilometers

Better load building and routing reduce wasted distance to 10-20%, lower transport costs, and support sustainability goals.

lower delivery costs

Tighter consolidation, better load fill, and smarter route decisions compound across the network — without trading off service reliability to get there.

One platform, including premium delivery

Beyond standard delivery, ORTEC Home Delivery Logistics supports flexible planning for demand peaks and future expansion, along with optional premium services such as white-glove delivery for sensitive or high-value items. Managing standard and premium delivery from one product keeps planning consistent as volumes change.

Anthony Buonanno

Head of IT for UK & Ireland - Pladis

From deploying optimization software for route planning to exploring AI-driven demand forecasting, Pladis is modernizing core systems while maintaining the resilience of its day-to-day operations. “You can’t layer innovation on top of dysfunction. The fundamentals have to be solid first.

The benefits: Reliable, confident logistics operations

With route and load optimization in place, Pladis runs its in-house logistics with more reliability and confidence.

Optimization that fits an in-house transport and warehousing model
Stable, reliable performance in daily operations
Responsive, professional support
Confidence to focus innovation on other areas of the business

Anthony Buonanno

Head of IT for UK & Ireland - Pladis

ORTEC Route Optimization and ORTEC Load Optimization are stable and reliable. When we need support, ORTEC delivers. Incidents are resolved properly, and escalations are handled professionally.

Pladis: Route and load optimization for in-house logistics

The challenge: reliable in-house logistics on tight margins

Created value: route and load optimization that fits

Our impact in logistics in numbers

less time spent on planning

fewer empty kilometers

lower delivery costs

One platform, including premium delivery

The benefits: Reliable, confident logistics operations

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