The benefits of using our driver app
Paperless
Our driver app replaces the need to use paper tickets. Think of it as digital job ticketing, with vehicle checks thrown in.
Easy to use
The Podfather driver app is easy to use. There is a clear interface, and we provide clear training and guidance.
Real time visibility
Using a driver app, instead of paper, enables you to keep track of information in real time. Improving visibility and control.
Invoice faster
If drivers use the Podfather app you get real-time visibility of job completion including any issues. Invoice faster and improve cash flow.
Feature highlights
Route & delivery instructions
- You can configure the driver app to force a vehicle check, or not, before job information is accessible.
- Jobs are displayed in delivery order and any specific instructions are clearly visible. Drivers have all the required information at their fingertips.
Inbuilt navigation
- Driver navigation is included as standard for those that need guiding between drops. Running electric vehicles, that’s no problem we’ll include the range.
- Running HGVs that’s no problem either. We’ll get your drivers to the right place in the most efficient route.
Collect proof of delivery
- A big driver app benefit is that you can use it to capture electronic proof of delivery.
- That includes electronic signatures, barcode scanning, photographs and details of any item discrepancies (e.g. Rejected items). Capture the exact date, time and GPS location for all deliveries.
Further features
Vehicle checks
Our driver app enables your drivers to capture proof of delivery, but it also allows you to digitize your vehicle checks in the one solution. Make sure all necessary vehicle checks have been completed before vehicles leave the depot and give your drivers access to real time vehicle check completion confirmations should they happen to be given a spot check by the DVSA.
Driver tracking
When you use Podfather there is no need for fixed telematics technology. You can track your drivers in real-time with live updates from our smartphone app.
Filshill
Challenge
Filshill needed a solution to help manage its vehicle fleet delivering a mix of fresh, frozen and ambient products to customers across Scotland and the North of England. Service reliability and customer satisfaction were key metrics.
Solution
Filshill uses Podfather every day to plan and manage deliveries. At the beginning of a shift, a driver will receive all job information via the PODFather smartphone app. The driver then uses the smartphone app to gather all necessary vehicle check information, which is automatically uploaded back into the transport office, before the vehicle leaves the depot. Once out on the road, Podfather enables Filshill to track vehicle movements, direct drivers from job to job and capture proof of delivery once a job has been completed.
Related features
We hope you like what you see. If you are interested in our driver app you might also be interested to find out more about the following.
Our route optimisation functionality allows you to plan routes that are cost effective, resource efficient and meet promised customer time windows.
Looking to optimise all your routes, manage pre allocated jobs, plan regions or review your fixed routes, Podfather is here to help with an easy-to-use back-office system that delivers great results.
Monitor progress against the plan in real time using our app. Automatically send customer notifications via text or email.
We track via our Driver app so there is no need for costly third-party telematics. We’ll give you live tracking updates on the day and your customers benefit too with a range of notification features and live tracking links available as standard.
Streamline your proof of delivery process. Log and share job completion, scan barcodes, capture signatures and photographs.
With ePOD, you are removing the need for paper tickets. If you are looking to streamline your processes, improve visibility across your operation and minimize costly delivery disputes this is the solution for you.
Use our reporting options to review and refine business performance. Includes On Time In Full (OTIF) reports and dashboards.
Reporting on actual performance helps our customers plan for the future. Refine your planning parameters, customer drop times or service commitments based on what’s actually happening out on the road. Share information with ease.
