Mahindra Logistics and Flipkart collaboration will enhance operational efficiency

Mahindra Logistics Limited, one of India's largest integrated third-party logistics service providers, announced its collaboration with Flipkart for integrated line haul solutions that will enhance operational efficiency and consistency as well as reinforce both companies’ shared commitment to innovation.

Mahindra Logistics will provide a dedicated fleet of Heavy Commercial Vehicles, assistance in route management and network operations, and advanced analytics for Flipkart’s pan India operations. In line with commitment to safety, all vehicles will have Advanced Driver-Assistance systems (ADAS), and various other vehicle security as well as driver safety & comfort related advance features. 

Commenting on this collaboration, Mr. Rampraveen Swaminathan, MD & Chief Executive Officer, said, “We are pleased to collaborate with Flipkart and provide these Pan-India dedicated line haul transportation solutions. Our enhanced fleet management standards, integrated with a focus on driver wellness and diversity, will serve to deliver higher standards of operational quality.”

Speaking about the collaboration, Hemant Badri, Senior Vice President and Head of Supply chain, Customer Experience, and ReCommerce, Flipkart Group, said, " This collaboration with Mahindra Logistics will help in enhanced reliability and efficiency in our long haul operations and will enable an optimal way of load consolidation, route planning enabling efficient, faster, and sustainable deliveries.”

Flipkart has embarked on a transformative journey to enhance the efficiency and consistency of its Line Haul operations. This collaboration with Mahindra Logistics will help leverage company's capabilities in integrated logistics.The integration of connected vehicle technology empowers the Mahindra Logistics control tower to monitor fleet efficiency. The solution helps improve turnaround times and service quality, reducing the Total Cost of Operations and customer service levels.