Why choose optimised delivery?
Most companies are concerned with what they need to order and when the delivery will arrive. Less attention is paid to the delivery method itself. However, this significantly influences the burden that distribution places on the environment. The results speak for themselves. Fewer trips, lower CO₂e emissions, the same level of reliability. See how optimised delivery works in practice.
If the order is not urgent, choosing an appropriate delivery method can reduce the environmental impact of distribution. Optimised delivery is a model that allows for a more even distribution of shipments within the distribution network and combines multiple orders into one planned delivery – with delivery within a maximum of 3 business days. We will thus deliver your order reliably – with fewer journeys and a lower ecological footprint.
How does optimised delivery work in practice?
Let's look at two hypothetical scenarios.
Scenario 1: Standard delivery (usually next business day)
The customer places an order and expects next business day delivery. The order is assigned to the nearest delivery route.
To meet the short deadline, the vehicle departs on its route even if it is not fully loaded.
Result: a greater number of journeys, often underutilized delivery capacities, and a higher carbon footprint of distribution – thus a greater environmental impact.
Scenario 2: Optimised delivery (within 3 business days)
The customer chooses delivery within a maximum of 3 business days. This gives us room to better plan deliveries.
We can combine orders, optimise routes, and more efficiently utilise vehicle capacity.
Result: better utilised deliveries, fewer vehicles on the roads, and a lower carbon footprint – while maintaining delivery reliability.
Measurable results
In 2025, 15% of customers at our Lyreco branch used the option of optimised delivery for their orders.
Thanks to this model, we were able to deliver 3.75% more shipments without increasing the number of journeys.
This represents a saving of approximately 78 tons of CO₂e.
If your operation allows it, choose optimised delivery – a simple step that helps reduce the number of cars on the roads and save the environment.
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