{"id":119466,"date":"2025-10-09T10:16:47","date_gmt":"2025-10-09T09:16:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/?p=119466"},"modified":"2026-01-13T09:56:30","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T08:56:30","slug":"excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/en\/solutions\/excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers\/","title":{"rendered":"Multi-brand carriers: why your delivery routes shouldn\u2019t rely on Excel anymore"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1734426646938{margin-top: 50px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/12&#8243; el_class=&#8221;vc_hidden-xs Extra Small Screen vc_hidden-sm Small Screen&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;10\/12&#8243;][vc_row_inner el_class=&#8221;vc_row-2&#8243;][vc_column_inner el_class=&#8221;vc_hidden-xs Extra Small Screen vc_hidden-sm Small Screen&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/12&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;10\/12&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1759995912128{margin-top: 5px !important;}&#8221;]<a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #1a1a1a; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500;\" href=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/en\/blog\/\">Blog<\/a> &gt; <a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #551cb0; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500;\" href=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/en\/blog\/delivery\/\">Delivery<\/a>\u00a0&gt; <span style=\"color: #a7a7a7; font-size: 18px;\">Multi-brand carriers: why your delivery routes shouldn\u2019t rely on Excel anymore<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]\n<h1>Multi-brand carriers: why your delivery routes shouldn\u2019t rely on Excel anymore<\/h1>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n<p class=\"text-head\" style=\"color: #424762; font-size: 16px;\">Published on <span style=\"font-weight: 500;\">9 October 2025<\/span> <span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"> \u2022 Reading time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 9<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-119472\" style=\"border-radius: 5px;\" src=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"847\" srcset=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-1.jpg 1629w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-1-300x159.jpg 300w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-1-1024x542.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-1-768x406.jpg 768w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-1-1536x813.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-1-142x75.jpg 142w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-1-700x370.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width:767px) 700px, (max-width:1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner el_class=&#8221;vc_hidden-xs Extra Small Screen vc_hidden-sm Small Screen&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/12&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner el_class=&#8221;vc_row-2&#8243;][vc_column_inner el_class=&#8221;vc_hidden-xs Extra Small Screen vc_hidden-sm Small Screen&#8221; width=&#8221;2\/12&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;8\/12&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]For a long time, Excel reigned supreme over delivery schedules. Convenient, free, and endlessly customizable, it was more than enough to plan a few daily routes. But as operations grow, things quickly get complicated. Files multiply \u2014 and so do errors. And when you\u2019re managing several retail chains (DIY, appliances, furniture), each with its own rules, schedules, and warehouses\u2026 Excel soon reaches its limits. The result? Longer days, repeated mistakes, and declining performance. Yet many carriers still rely on it, out of habit, or simply out of fear of change.<\/p>\n<p>But times have changed, and efficiency is no longer optional. <strong>Automating route planning<\/strong> has now become essential to stay competitive: fewer errors, greater reliability, and more peace of mind for both dispatchers and drivers.<\/p>\n<p>Maybe it\u2019s time to turn the page on Excel. Let\u2019s take a closer look at why, and how, to make the switch with <a href=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/en\/\"><strong><u>AntsRoute<\/u><\/strong><\/a>, a platform designed specifically for transport professionals.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Table of contents<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul id=\"imglist-3\">\n<li><a href=\"#the-promises-of-excel-and-why-they-no-longer-deliver\"><u>The promises of Excel (and why they no longer deliver)<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#the-4-signs-you-ve-outgrown-spreadsheets\"><u>The 4 signs you\u2019ve outgrown spreadsheets<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#automate-to-regain-control-of-your-schedules\"><u>Automate to regain control of your schedules<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#from-excel-to-a-saas-solution-like-antsroute-a-simple-and-natural-transition\"><u>From Excel to a SaaS solution like AntsRoute: a simple and natural transition<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/app.antsroute.com\/subscription\/creation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-119485 size-full\" style=\"border-radius: 5px;\" src=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"499\" srcset=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-3.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-3-300x94.jpg 300w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-3-1024x319.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-3-768x240.jpg 768w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-3-1536x479.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-3-150x47.jpg 150w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-3-700x218.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width:767px) 700px, (max-width:1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"the-promises-of-excel-and-why-they-no-longer-deliver\"><span id=\"The_promises_of_Excel_and_why_they_no_longer_deliver\">The promises of Excel (and why they no longer deliver)<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Let\u2019s be honest: <a href=\"https:\/\/excel.cloud.microsoft\/en-gb\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Excel<\/u><\/a> has done a great job for thousands of carriers. For years, it was the Swiss army knife of logistics: you could plan, adjust, and check everything in one place. You could build schedules by hand, tweak timings on the fly, and track routes in a simple spreadsheet. It was perfect\u2026 until logistics reality caught up with the spreadsheet.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Promise_1_Its_free_and_flexible\">Promise #1: \u201cIt\u2019s free and flexible.\u201d<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Only on the surface. Behind every cell lies hours of manual data entry, cross-checking, and a high risk of errors. Excel\u2019s hidden cost comes in the form of delays, duplicates, oversights, unnecessary trips, and unhappy customers. It may seem like a short-term financial gain, but it\u2019s a long-term productivity loss.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Promise_2_I_stay_in_control_of_my_schedules\">Promise #2: \u201cI stay in control of my schedules.\u201d<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>True. But at what cost? With Excel, everything often depends on a single person: the dispatcher. Every change turns into a collective headache: there\u2019s no shared visibility and no real-time tracking. And when a delivery is canceled or a vehicle breaks down, the entire schedule collapses.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Promise_3_Its_easy_to_update\">Promise #3: \u201cIt\u2019s easy to update.\u201d<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes\u2026 until you\u2019re managing multiple retailers, warehouses, and types of services. At that point, the spreadsheet becomes a real minefield. A single formula error can throw off an entire day of deliveries. We\u2019ve all seen that infamous file named \u201cFinal_Planning_v4_definitive(3).xlsx.\u201d If you\u2019re smiling right now, you already know it\u2019s time to move on.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_119491\" style=\"width: 1610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-119491\" class=\"wp-image-119491\" style=\"border-radius: 5px;\" src=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-4.jpg\" alt=\"Diagram showing Excel\u2019s promises and why they no longer work in the transport sector.\" width=\"1600\" height=\"831\" srcset=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-4.jpg 1861w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-4-300x156.jpg 300w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-4-1024x532.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-4-768x399.jpg 768w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-4-1536x797.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-4-144x75.jpg 144w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-4-700x363.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width:767px) 700px, (max-width:1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-119491\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Excel\u2019s promises (and why they no longer deliver).<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"the-4-signs-you-ve-outgrown-spreadsheets\"><span id=\"The_4_signs_youve_outgrown_spreadsheets\">The 4 signs you\u2019ve outgrown spreadsheets<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Still think Excel is enough for you? If you recognize at least two of these signs, it\u2019s probably time to switch to a more suitable tool.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"1_Youre_juggling_ten_different_files\">1. You\u2019re juggling ten different files<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One for Retailer A, another for Retailer B, a third for Monday\u2019s routes\u2026 and no one really knows which one is up to date. As long as your drivers handle a handful of deliveries, it\u2019s fine. But once you start managing dozens of routes, especially across multiple retail chains, things get messy. Tabs pile up, filters multiply, and last-minute changes break your formulas.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"2_Human_errors_are_piling_up\">2. Human errors are piling up<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One misplaced cell, one deleted formula, one wrong copy-paste\u2026 and suddenly a driver has two deliveries scheduled at the same time, 40 kilometers apart. These mistakes may look minor on paper, but out in the field, they\u2019re costly: extra mileage, delays, stress, and sometimes penalties from partner retailers. The more your delivery volume grows, the higher the risk of error. Every manual entry is an opportunity to make one.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"3_You_struggle_to_react_to_the_unexpected\">3. You struggle to react to the unexpected<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Delays, absences, last-minute emergencies\u2026 With Excel, every change means recalculating everything. Meanwhile, drivers wait, customers get impatient, and costs rise.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cWhenever a driver was running late, we\u2019d spend the whole day on the phone rescheduling the next deliveries.\u201d<\/em> That\u2019s a story we hear often from carriers who switched to AntsRoute. Today, a single click is all it takes to adjust a route: drivers get real-time updates, and customers automatically receive a notification.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"4_Youre_flying_blind_when_it_comes_to_costs_and_margins\">4. You\u2019re flying blind when it comes to costs and margins<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Excel can\u2019t automatically calculate the cost of a route or the profitability per customer or retailer. You can\u2019t identify unprofitable trips, unproductive time, or performance gaps between drivers. You\u2019re managing by instinct, not by data.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_119497\" style=\"width: 1610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-119497\" class=\"wp-image-119497\" style=\"border-radius: 5px;\" src=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-5.jpg\" alt=\"Diagram showing the four signs that you\u2019ve reached Excel\u2019s limits for managing your transport routes.\" width=\"1600\" height=\"666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-5.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-5-300x125.jpg 300w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-5-1024x426.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-5-768x320.jpg 768w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-5-1536x639.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-5-150x62.jpg 150w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-5-700x291.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width:767px) 700px, (max-width:1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-119497\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The 4 signs you\u2019ve outgrown Excel.<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"automate-to-regain-control-of-your-schedules\"><span id=\"Automate_to_regain_control_of_your_schedules\">Automate to regain control of your schedules<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Automating doesn\u2019t mean losing control. It means taking it back. In a business where unexpected events happen every day, <a href=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/en\/what-is-route-optimisation\/\"><strong><u>route optimization software<\/u><\/strong><\/a> like <strong>AntsRoute<\/strong> helps carriers move from reactive organization to smooth, proactive planning. In a <a href=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/en\/solutions\/antsroute-transport-app-for-leroy-merlin-deliveries-5-testimonials-from-hauliers\/\"><u>previous article<\/u><\/a>, several carriers delivering for Leroy Merlin explained how AntsRoute helped them reduce errors, plan faster, and save several hours each day.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Optimized_routes_in_just_a_few_clicks\">Optimized routes in just a few clicks<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No more Excel formulas or endless spreadsheets. AntsRoute automatically assigns each delivery to the right driver, taking into account all your operational constraints: <strong>delivery areas, customer time windows, vehicle capacities, <a href=\"https:\/\/support.antsroute.com\/hc\/en-gb\/articles\/4418367702545-Assign-skills-to-field-workers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>specific skills<\/u><\/a><\/strong>, and even the <strong>type of service<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>&#x261d;&#xfe0f; <strong>Example<\/strong>: A customer has chosen a \u201cDelivery + installation\u201d service? Thanks to the <a href=\"https:\/\/support.antsroute.com\/hc\/en-gb\/articles\/4418375846289-Define-types-of-service\"><strong><u>Type of service<\/u><\/strong><\/a> feature, the software automatically assigns the job to a driver trained in installation and adjusts the task duration accordingly.<\/p>\n<p>For more complex operations, AntsRoute offers a <a href=\"https:\/\/support.antsroute.com\/hc\/en-gb\/categories\/4417870792721-Pickup-Delivery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><u>Pickup &amp; Delivery<\/u><\/strong><\/a> feature that manages loading steps across multiple warehouses or retailers, while respecting each vehicle\u2019s capacity. The result: optimized routes, balanced workloads, and zero overloading. Not bad, right?<br \/>\n<em>\u201cUsing the software has also improved load distribution across trucks, which has significantly reduced loading issues.\u201d<\/em> \u2014 Bryan Vanderghoote, La Brigade des Transports.<\/p>\n<p>From the very first planning stage, AntsRoute takes into account all the variables that Excel often overlooks, such as capacity, density, installation constraints, and more, to prevent errors right from the start.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_119503\" style=\"width: 1610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-119503\" class=\"wp-image-119503\" style=\"border-radius: 5px;\" src=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"844\" srcset=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-6.jpg 1946w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-6-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-6-1024x540.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-6-768x405.jpg 768w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-6-1536x810.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-6-142x75.jpg 142w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-6-700x369.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width:767px) 700px, (max-width:1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-119503\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The AntsRoute route optimization software.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span id=\"Fast_error-free_planning\">Fast, error-free planning<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Before AntsRoute, dispatchers spent hours checking, correcting, and rebuilding their routes manually. Now, everything is done in just a few minutes.<br \/>\n<em>\u201cThanks to AntsRoute\u2019s advanced mapping, I can schedule routes in only 5 minutes, compared to 1 to 2 hours before.\u201d<\/em> &#8211; Rukundo Innocent, Rukundo Trans<\/p>\n<p>The algorithm automatically corrects incorrect addresses or postal codes, one of Excel\u2019s classic pitfalls.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Instant_adjustments_in_case_of_unexpected_events\">Instant adjustments in case of unexpected events<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A truck running late? A customer not home? A last-minute urgent order? With Excel, it\u2019s chaos. With AntsRoute, your route is automatically reorganized in just a few seconds. Your drivers receive real-time updates on their mobile app, and your customers are instantly notified.<br \/>\n<em>\u201cAutomatic notifications, along with photos, customer details, signatures, and optional comments, ensure complete transparency. Leroy Merlin and their end customers can track the status of their deliveries in real time.\u201d<\/em> Franck Dalet, Transport Dalet<\/p>\n<p>And to take it a step further, the AntsRoute <a href=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/en\/product\/booking-site\/\"><strong><u>booking portal<\/u><\/strong><\/a> allows your customers to choose their delivery time slot online. If something unexpected happens, they automatically receive a <strong>link to confirm or reschedule their delivery<\/strong>. The result: fewer missed appointments, fewer phone calls, and a smoother customer experience.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_119509\" style=\"width: 1610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-119509\" class=\"wp-image-119509\" style=\"border-radius: 5px;\" src=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1089\" srcset=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-7.jpg 1946w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-7-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-7-1024x697.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-7-768x523.jpg 768w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-7-1536x1046.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-7-110x75.jpg 110w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-7-700x477.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width:767px) 700px, (max-width:1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-119509\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Rescheduling link and delivery tracking sent via AntsRoute.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span id=\"Data_to_manage_not_just_to_plan\">Data to manage, not just to plan<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>With AntsRoute, planning goes beyond route optimization. It becomes a true management tool. The software automatically calculates your <a href=\"https:\/\/support.antsroute.com\/hc\/en-gb\/articles\/4416404487825-How-to-determine-the-cost-of-the-routes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><u>costs per route<\/u><\/strong><\/a>, total <strong>distance traveled<\/strong>, <strong>profitability per retailer<\/strong>, and <strong>driver workload<\/strong>.<br \/>\n<em>\u201cWith AntsRoute, we can analyze fuel consumption, kilometers driven, failed deliveries, store-by-store statistics, delivered weights and floors, and completed billings. This information allows us to anticipate demand during peak seasons and improve how we manage our operations.\u201d<\/em> &#8211; Rapha\u00ebl Blandin, Transport Freeman<\/p>\n<p>Thanks to the <strong>automatic cost calculation<\/strong> system, you can track your margins by retailer and accurately invoice your partners.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>dashboards<\/strong> bring together all your <a href=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/en\/software\/logistics-kpis-tracked-by-antsroute\/\"><strong><u>key KPIs<\/u><\/strong><\/a>: success rate, delivery volume, kilometers driven, waiting time, fuel consumption, and team productivity. At a glance, you get a <strong>complete, data-driven view<\/strong> of your performance.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"from-excel-to-a-saas-solution-like-antsroute-a-simple-and-natural-transition\"><span id=\"From_Excel_to_a_SaaS_solution_like_AntsRoute_a_simple_and_natural_transition\">From Excel to a SaaS solution like AntsRoute: a simple and natural transition<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Don\u2019t worry: leaving Excel doesn\u2019t mean starting from scratch. Carriers who digitalize their planning quickly realize they can make the switch smoothly, without disrupting their operations.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_119515\" style=\"width: 1610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-119515\" class=\"wp-image-119515\" style=\"border-radius: 5px;\" src=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-8.jpg\" alt=\"Comparative table showing transport route management with Excel versus a dedicated solution.\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1056\" srcset=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-8.jpg 1950w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-8-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-8-1024x676.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-8-768x507.jpg 768w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-8-1536x1014.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-8-114x75.jpg 114w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Excel-vs-route-optimization-for-carriers-antsroute-8-700x462.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width:767px) 700px, (max-width:1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-119515\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Transport route management: why switch from Excel to a dedicated solution.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span id=\"A_simple_data-safe_migration\">A simple, data-safe migration<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Your Excel files are not lost. In fact, quite the opposite. AntsRoute uses them to automatically import your existing data: customers, addresses, time slots, service types, vehicles, and more. In just a few clicks, your information comes to life in a clear and intuitive interface that is much easier to read than any spreadsheet.<\/p>\n<p>&#x261d;&#xfe0f; <strong>Good to know<\/strong>: The AntsRoute team supports you through the import and setup of your data. No technical skills are required.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Seamless_integration_with_your_business_tools\">Seamless integration with your business tools<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To make the transition even easier, AntsRoute integrates seamlessly with <a href=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/en\/apps\/\"><strong><u>your existing tools<\/u><\/strong><\/a> such as CRM, ERP, TMS, or any other business software. Information flows automatically between systems with no double entry and no risk of error. This saves you time, improves reliability, and gives you a unified view of your operations.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Quick_onboarding_for_all_your_teams\">Quick onboarding for all your teams<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One of AntsRoute\u2019s main strengths is its <strong>ease of use<\/strong>. The interface is designed for both dispatchers and drivers, and in most cases, it takes just one day to get fully comfortable with the platform.<\/p>\n<p>In the field, the <a href=\"https:\/\/support.antsroute.com\/hc\/en-gb\/articles\/4416457791505-Download-the-AntsRoute-mobile-application\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><u>mobile app<\/u><\/strong><\/a> guides your drivers throughout their route with navigation, step validation, photo capture, signatures, comments, and rescheduling in case of unexpected events. In the control center, managers can view delivery statuses and proof of delivery in real time.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Visible_results_from_the_very_first_weeks\">Visible results from the very first weeks<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As soon as the system is up and running, the benefits are concrete and measurable. Carriers quickly notice:<\/p>\n<ul id=\"imglist\">\n<li>A <strong>reduction in planning time<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fewer kilometers driven<\/strong> thanks to route optimization.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Better workload distribution<\/strong> among drivers.<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>significant increase in customer satisfaction<\/strong> thanks to more reliable routes and automatic notifications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In just a few weeks, planning stops being a constraint and becomes a performance driver for the entire team.<\/p>\n<p>Switching from Excel to AntsRoute is not a big leap into the unknown. It is a gradual, fully supported transition that turns manual planning into smart management. And in most cases, the return on investment can be measured within just a few weeks. As Bryan Vanderghoote from La Brigade des Transports puts it, <em>\u201cToday, I couldn\u2019t do without it.\u201d<\/em> So why wait? <a href=\"https:\/\/app.antsroute.com\/subscription\/creation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><u>Try AntsRoute free for 7 days<\/u><\/strong><\/a> and see for yourself how simple, smooth, and profitable route planning can be.<br \/>\n&#x27a1;&#xfe0f; <a href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/lea-brice-antsroute\/demonstration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>Request a free AntsRoute demo<\/u><\/a><br \/>\n&#x27a1;&#xfe0f; <a href=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/en\/pricing\/\"><u>Check our pricing<\/u><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner el_class=&#8221;vc_hidden-xs Extra Small Screen vc_hidden-sm Small Screen&#8221; width=&#8221;2\/12&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1733738490354{margin-top: -50px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/12&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner el_class=&#8221;summary-block&#8221; width=&#8221;8\/12&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0px !important;\"><span id=\"FAQ_8211_What_if_Im_not_ready_to_leave_Excel_yet\">FAQ &#8211; What if I\u2019m not ready to leave Excel yet?<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Can I still export my data to Excel?&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;]Yes. AntsRoute makes it easy to import and export your files in just a few clicks and to set up your routes automatically. You stay in control of your data, without disrupting your usual way of working.[\/vc_toggle][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; accent_color=&#8221;#00041f&#8221;][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Do I need to be an IT expert?&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;]No. AntsRoute is designed for dispatchers, not developers. The interface is intuitive, and onboarding support is included.[\/vc_toggle][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; accent_color=&#8221;#00041f&#8221;][vc_toggle title=&#8221;What if my customers often change their schedules or addresses?&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;]No problem. Routes are automatically updated when something unexpected happens, and customers receive a notification or a link to reschedule their delivery on their own.[\/vc_toggle][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; accent_color=&#8221;#00041f&#8221;][vc_toggle title=&#8221;How soon can I see results?&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;]Most companies notice productivity gains within the first few weeks.[\/vc_toggle][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; accent_color=&#8221;#00041f&#8221;][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Is AntsRoute suitable for multi-retailer carriers?&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;]Yes, and that\u2019s actually one of its main strengths. The software manages the specific constraints of multiple retailers, such as delivery areas, time windows, warehouses, and service types, and automatically calculates route costs for clear and accurate billing.[\/vc_toggle][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/12&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/12&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;8\/12&#8243;][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; accent_color=&#8221;#00041f&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]\n<p class=\"text-head\" style=\"color: #424762;\">WRITTEN BY<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-87950\" style=\"border-radius: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/florine-martin-antsroute.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"70\" height=\"70\" srcset=\"https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/florine-martin-antsroute.jpg 416w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/florine-martin-antsroute-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/florine-martin-antsroute-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/florine-martin-antsroute-146x146.jpg 146w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/florine-martin-antsroute-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/florine-martin-antsroute-75x75.jpg 75w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/florine-martin-antsroute-85x85.jpg 85w, https:\/\/antsroute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/florine-martin-antsroute-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width:767px) 70px, 70px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"text-head\"><span style=\"font-size: 25px;\"><strong>Florine Martin<\/strong><\/span><br \/>\nFlorine has been a freelance web copywriter since 2021, writing for a variety of clients in a range of sectors. Since the beginning of 2024, she has been writing articles about logistics for our company, AntsRoute.<\/p>\n<div id=\"cta\"><a class=\"button-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/florine-martin-074a12108\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">in<\/a><\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/12&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/12&#8243; el_class=&#8221;vc_hidden-xs Extra Small Screen vc_hidden-sm Small Screen&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;padding-block&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1705329750413{background-color: #00041f !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]\n<p class=\"h2-footer\" style=\"text-align: center; color: #ffffff;\">Optimize Your Transport Operations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-head\" style=\"text-align: center; color: #bfc0c6;\">Free 7-day trial | No credit card required<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]\n<div id=\"cta\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn-grad\" style=\"align-self: center;\" href=\"https:\/\/app.antsroute.com\/subscription\/creation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Get started<\/strong> \u2013 It&#8217;s free<\/a> <a class=\"button-2-white\" style=\"align-self: center;\" href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/lea-brice-antsroute\/demonstration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book a demo<\/a><\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n<\/div><div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"toc_wrap_right no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Contenu<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#The_promises_of_Excel_and_why_they_no_longer_deliver\">The promises of Excel (and why they no longer deliver)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Promise_1_Its_free_and_flexible\">Promise #1: \u201cIt\u2019s free and flexible.\u201d<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Promise_2_I_stay_in_control_of_my_schedules\">Promise #2: \u201cI stay in control of my schedules.\u201d<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Promise_3_Its_easy_to_update\">Promise #3: \u201cIt\u2019s easy to update.\u201d<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#The_4_signs_youve_outgrown_spreadsheets\">The 4 signs you\u2019ve outgrown spreadsheets<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#1_Youre_juggling_ten_different_files\">1. You\u2019re juggling ten different files<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#2_Human_errors_are_piling_up\">2. Human errors are piling up<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#3_You_struggle_to_react_to_the_unexpected\">3. You struggle to react to the unexpected<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#4_Youre_flying_blind_when_it_comes_to_costs_and_margins\">4. You\u2019re flying blind when it comes to costs and margins<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Automate_to_regain_control_of_your_schedules\">Automate to regain control of your schedules<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Optimized_routes_in_just_a_few_clicks\">Optimized routes in just a few clicks<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Fast_error-free_planning\">Fast, error-free planning<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Instant_adjustments_in_case_of_unexpected_events\">Instant adjustments in case of unexpected events<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Data_to_manage_not_just_to_plan\">Data to manage, not just to plan<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#From_Excel_to_a_SaaS_solution_like_AntsRoute_a_simple_and_natural_transition\">From Excel to a SaaS solution like AntsRoute: a simple and natural transition<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#A_simple_data-safe_migration\">A simple, data-safe migration<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Seamless_integration_with_your_business_tools\">Seamless integration with your business tools<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Quick_onboarding_for_all_your_teams\">Quick onboarding for all your teams<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Visible_results_from_the_very_first_weeks\">Visible results from the very first weeks<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#FAQ_8211_What_if_Im_not_ready_to_leave_Excel_yet\">FAQ &#8211; What if I\u2019m not ready to leave Excel yet?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Excel quickly reaches its limits when it comes to managing delivery routes. 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