How does FMCG vehicle tracking software help my distribution?

FMCG vehicle tracking software gives you live visibility into your delivery trucks, routes, and outlet visits. You can optimize routes to cover more outlets daily, reduce emergency trips with predictable on-time delivery, and control costs with stoppage alerts and fuel tracking. It transforms reactive distribution into a data-driven system that protects shelf availability and margins.

Can AVLView reduce my fuel and delivery costs?

Yes. AVLView helps reduce fuel and delivery costs through stoppage control (alerts when vehicles exceed allowed stop times), route optimization (planning efficient outlet clusters), utilization tracking (identifying underused vehicles), and fuel monitoring (tracking consumption per vehicle per km). Most FMCG fleets see a 12-18% drop in cost per case delivered within 90 days.

How does it handle urgent or ad-hoc FMCG orders?

When a retailer calls with an urgent stock-out, AVLView shows you the nearest available vehicle on a live map. You can schedule an ad-hoc refill trip instantly, notify the driver via the mobile app, and track delivery progress in real time. This reduces emergency trip response time and prevents stock-outs from turning into lost sales.

Does AVLView support cold chain monitoring for reefer trucks?

Yes. AVLView integrates with temperature sensors installed in reefer trucks. You set product-specific thresholds (e.g., ice cream: -18°C, beverages: 2-8°C, dairy: 2-6°C). If temperature goes out of range, you get instant alerts via SMS or app notifications. Historical temperature data proves compliance to retailers and regulators.

Can I track sales reps and outlet visits, not just vehicles?

Yes. AVLView lets you map all your outlets/retailers as Points of Interest (POIs) on the map. Track which outlets were visited, how long reps stayed, and compare actual vs. planned coverage. Route maps show coverage patterns, missed outlets, and top performers. This improves sales execution and helps you spot gaps competitors might exploit.

How long does it take to deploy AVLView for an FMCG fleet?

For a pilot with 10 vehicles, setup typically takes 3-5 days (GPS installation, route configuration, outlet mapping). For full deployment across 50+ vehicles, expect 2-4 weeks including driver training and outlet data import. AVLView provides implementation support and training as part of onboarding.

Can AVLView integrate with my existing FMCG ERP or DMS?

Yes. AVLView integrates with FMCG ERPs, Distribution Management Systems (DMS), and Transport Management Systems (TMS) via REST API. You can sync outlet data, delivery schedules, and route plans automatically. Trip data, outlet visits, and performance metrics can be exported to your existing analytics tools or BI dashboards.

What regions do you support for FMCG fleets?

AVLView supports FMCG fleet tracking across the Middle East (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman), Africa (Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Zambia), and South Asia (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh). We provide local phone and email support in 11 countries, with multilingual driver apps (English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu).

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Built for Real FMCG & Distribution Fleets Challenges

See how AVLView solves specific operational problems

Route Planning & On-Time Delivery

The Challenge

A regional beverage distributor had 45 outlets calling daily asking 'where's my order?' Routes were planned on Excel, ad-hoc orders wrecked schedules, and stock-outs were constant. With AVLView, they mapped all outlets, created cluster-based routes, and tracked live delivery progress. When urgent orders came in, dispatchers spotted the nearest truck and scheduled instant refills. Stock-out complaints dropped 60% in 90 days.

How AVLView Solves This

Outlet mapping and cluster-based route creation
Live delivery progress tracking with outlet-level ETAs
Nearest vehicle detection for ad-hoc urgent orders
Delivery window adherence reports
Route optimization based on historical trip data

Result

60% drop in stock-out complaints, +25% more outlets served daily

Stoppage Control & Cost Per Drop

The Challenge

An ice cream distributor's trucks were supposed to hit 12 outlets per route but averaged only 9. Time was disappearing—drivers lingered at warehouses, made personal stops, and took extended breaks. AVLView installed factory and outlet geofences with 15-minute stoppage limits. Alerts flagged any vehicle exceeding thresholds. Weekly stoppage reports showed exactly where time went. Within 60 days, average deliveries per route rose from 9 to 11, cutting cost per drop by 18%.

How AVLView Solves This

Factory and outlet geofences with allowed stoppage times
Real-time alerts when stoppage limits are exceeded
Detailed stoppage reports by vehicle, driver, and location
Route efficiency metrics (deliveries per route, time per outlet)
Fuel consumption tracking tied to actual usage

Result

22% improvement in deliveries per route, -18% cost per case delivered

Sales Rep & Outlet Coverage

The Challenge

A consumer goods company had 30 sales reps covering 800 outlets across 3 cities. Management suspected coverage gaps but had no proof. They deployed AVLView with all 800 outlets mapped as POIs. Route tracking revealed 18% of planned outlet visits never happened, and 5 reps were consistently underperforming. Territories were rebalanced, underperformers were coached, and top performers were rewarded. Outlet coverage improved from 82% to 96% in one quarter.

How AVLView Solves This

Map all outlets/retailers as POIs on maps
Track actual vs. planned outlet visits
Sales rep route maps showing coverage patterns
Identify consistently missed outlets and gaps
Performance comparison across reps and territories

Result

82% → 96% outlet coverage, +14% competitive share gains

Cold Chain Integrity & Maintenance

The Challenge

A dairy distributor faced recurring spoilage complaints—yogurt and cheese arrived warm, returns were climbing, and retailer trust was eroding. They added temperature sensors to 15 reefer trucks and set AVLView thresholds (2-6°C for dairy). Within two weeks, alerts caught 3 refrigeration system failures before product spoiled. Maintenance reminders flagged vehicles due for cooling checks. Spoilage-related returns dropped 55% in 90 days, and customer complaints fell to near zero.

How AVLView Solves This

Temperature sensor integration with real-time monitoring
Custom thresholds per product type (ice cream, beverages, dairy)
Instant alerts when temperature goes out of range
Maintenance reminders for refrigeration equipment and vehicles
Cost per km tracking to identify rising fuel/maintenance issues

Result

55% drop in spoilage returns, near-zero cold chain complaints

These use cases represent real scenarios from fleet operations worldwide.

Get More Product on Shelves with Fewer Trucks and Less Chaos

Challenges Facing FMCG & Distribution Fleets Companies

Unplanned Emergency Trips Eating Your Margins

No Visibility Into Sales Rep Coverage & Outlet Visits

Long Stoppages Reduce Daily Outlet Coverage

Spoilage & Cold Chain Failures Hurt Brand and Margins

Transform Your FMCG & Distribution Fleets Operations

On-Time, Predictable Outlet Deliveries

Lower Cost Per Drop and Per Kilometer

More Outlets and Coolers Visited Daily

Less Spoilage, Better Product Quality

How It Works in 4 Steps

Plan and Assign Delivery Trips

Execute and Monitor in Real Time

Control Time, Cost, and Cold Chain

Analyze and Improve Routes & Performance

Plan and Assign Delivery Trips

Execute and Monitor in Real Time