Last Mile Delivery
The final stage of the delivery process where goods are transported from a distribution center or warehouse to the consignee's address.
Definition
The final stage of the delivery process where goods are transported from a distribution center or warehouse to the consignee's address. Last-mile delivery is critical in e-commerce where customer satisfaction depends on timely and accurate deliveries. Challenges such as traffic congestion route optimization and delivery delays make last-mile logistics a key focus for businesses
Related Terms
Landed Cost
The total cost of a product upon arrival at its final destination including purchase price transportation fees duties taxes insurance and any additional costs.
LCL (Less than Container Load)
A shipping method where multiple smaller shipments from different shippers are consolidated into a single container.
Letter of Credit (LC)
A financial document issued by a bank guaranteeing that the seller will receive payment once shipment conditions are met.
Liftgate
A hydraulic platform attached to the rear of a truck that enables cargo to be raised or lowered during loading and unloading.
Line Haul
The long-distance movement of freight between major hubs or terminals.
Loading Dock
A designated area in a warehouse or distribution center where cargo is loaded or unloaded from trucks.
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