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Last Mile

Last Mile

logistics-term

Description

Final stage of delivery - from local hub to customer's doorstep.

Detailed Information

Last Mile delivery is the final stage of the logistics process where the package is transported from the local distribution hub to the customer's doorstep. This is often the most expensive and time-consuming part of the delivery process, accounting for up to 53% of total shipping costs. Last-mile efficiency is crucial for customer satisfaction and includes challenges like traffic congestion, address accuracy, and recipient availability.

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