Modernize Foodservice Delivery with Descartes Routing & Customer Engagement 


Transform delivery operations and exceed customer expectations—without increasing your cost to serve. 

Today’s grocery and foodservice distributors are expected to deliver more than just products. Customers demand real-time visibility, flexible delivery windows, and seamless digital communication—from order to doorstep. 

That’s where Descartes Customer Engagement tools make the difference. 

Whether you're delivering to grocery retailers, restaurants, hotels, institutional kitchens, or convenience stores, Descartes helps you optimize every route and deliver a frictionless customer experience—so your service stands out, not your price. 

Engage Customers Like Never Before 

Foodservice customers now expect B2C-like experiences—like seeing their delivery on a live map, knowing who their driver is, and receiving updates the moment anything changes. Descartes helps you meet them where they are, whether that's through text, email, or even apps like WhatsApp. 

And when something goes wrong? You’ve got the tools to be proactive—building trust and keeping customers loyal. 

“If you can take price out of the equation, it really comes down to: How likely are you to go back to the company you're working with? Open communication and proactive outreach keep that loyalty.”

— T.J. Frazier, Senior Account Executive, Descartes

Why Leading Foodservice Distributors Choose Descartes

Reduce “Where is my order?” calls

automated delivery updates

with automated SMS, email, and WhatsApp alerts

Offer flexible delivery windows

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to meet customer preferences and reduce missed deliveries

Improve route accuracy

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with real-time data and AI-powered delivery forecasting

Capture post-delivery feedback

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to improve service quality and driver performance

Cut operating costs

while improving service levels—freeing up time for your team to focus on growth

Watch: Smarter Routes. Better Customer Experience. 

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Deliver on time, in full, every time. 

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