How Covid has Impacted the Last Mile Deliveries?
The Covid-19 pandemic has struck every sector of the economy with varying degrees and the delivery sector is no exception. However, unlike other sectors where it has perpetuated cutting down on labour and costs, in the case of last mile deliveries it has forced expansionary changes. Confusing? Below are stated certain major changes that this pandemic has brought in last mile deliveries. Though not an exhaustive list, it still captures the overall picture. Increase in the Number and Frequency It won’t be wrong to say that this is the most direct and visible impact that Covid has had on last mile deliveries. With the restricted mobility perpetuated by lockdowns and curfews, courier companies and their last mile deliveries were the last resort that people had to turn to, especially for medicines and essentials. Therefore, as more and more people have turned to last mile delivery, the frequency of orders being placed with courier companies has also seen a phenomenal rise. Focus M...