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.
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
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