What is Cold Chain Logistics?

Logistics processes that are responsible for the safe transport of goods that are temperature sensitive are known as Cold Chain Logistics. Goods that constitute such processes include meat and seafood, produce, medical supply, vaccines, and pharmaceuticals. All perishable food likely falls under this category. All goods that are sensitive to heat, humidity, vibrations and shocks also fall under this category.

The many moving parts of cold chain logistics include cold storage, cooling systems, cold transport, cold processing, and cold distribution. To keep a check on these traditional route planning and optimization can prove insufficient and inflexible. A logistics optimization software can serve as the best solution to this problem.

Crucial alert notifications

Delays need to be avoided at all costs and efficient communication is essential in the case of cold chain logistics. Delivery optimization software with its real-time tracking ability aids fleet managers with alerts and quick notifications.

Proof of delivery

Delivery proof is evidence that the delivery has been made. It also determines the expiry date of goods. A good automated proof for pick-up and delivery is photo verification as well.

Fast, flexible and streamlined deliveries

Fleet managers can easily plan delivery schedules. Pharma companies can become cost-efficient by reducing the distance traveled and including a maximum number of stops.

How Locus helps businesses lower logistics costs?

Locus provides end-to-end optimization for cold chain logistics, ensuring temperature-sensitive goods are transported safely and efficiently. With features like real-time route planning, live tracking, automated dispatch, and delivery alerts, Locus helps businesses maintain cold chain integrity. Its platform supports temperature monitoring, geo-fencing, and proof of delivery with photo and time-stamp verification—enabling pharma, food, and medical supply companies to reduce spoilage, minimize delays, and meet compliance standards.

Related Resources

The Final Frontier - COVID-19 Vaccine Storage & Distribution
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Biopharmaceutical Cold Chain Logistics: Challenges and Opportunities
Refrigerated Logistics becomes a mainstay in Grocery deliveries
Refrigerated Logistics becomes a mainstay in Grocery deliveries
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  • Locus’ proprietary geocoding engine converts the fuzziest of the addresses into precise geographical coordinates thereby helping your on-ground executives locate addresses easily.
  • Digitize all your operational variables such as fleets, delivery persons etc. to come up with the best route plan every day.
  • Track your orders in real-time with the Locus Live Dashboard. Locus’ all-mile delivery app Locus On The Road (LOTR) helps delivery partners process orders.
  • Visualize and tweak your scheduled plans via three key metrics— geography, time, & vehicle (fleet)—with a birds-eye view of your entire operations.
  • Build your own reports and analyze important parameters that you need to make key decisions.

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