When delivery operations run like clockwork, it’s often because the planning behind them is anything but simple. For logistics-intensive businesses, ensuring the right product arrives at the right place at the right time is increasingly dependent on the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to optimise delivery routes.
That’s where AI-powered route optimisation steps in.
AI enables smarter, faster, and more responsive route planning, turning complex delivery challenges into streamlined, cost-effective operations.
AI Route Optimisation in modern delivery operations
Descartes’ latest article on AI in Route Optimisation explores how artificial intelligence is changing the way organisations plan, manage, and improve their delivery networks.
Key takeaways from the article include:
- What AI does differently – Unlike traditional systems, AI-based routing learns from real-world data and makes intelligent decisions in real time.
- How AI boosts performance – From increasing delivery density to reducing mileage and improving on-time performance, AI helps logistics teams optimise both cost and service.
- The broader business impact – Better routes lead to more accurate ETAs, improved customer satisfaction, and fewer missed deliveries.
- Where to start – The article outlines a practical path for businesses looking to introduce AI into their routing and planning operations.

For a deeper look at how AI is transforming delivery efficiency, and practical strategies to apply it in your business, read the full article from Descartes on Route Optimisation: Enhancing Delivery Efficiency in 2025.
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