Naanel Express

Naanal Express is a SaaS platform offering comprehensive logistic management for B2B and B2C operations. Features include route optimization, real-time tracking, digital proof of delivery, and financial tools, enhancing efficiency and transparency for seamless operations and stronger business relationships.

Published: 02:10 am · 28 Apr 2018

Logistics management

Pickup request

Freight assessment

Route planning

Sequence generator

Operations research

Wharehouse In/Out logger

POD

Customs clearance

Invoicing

Document management

Automation

Abstract

Naanal Express is an innovative logistics management application designed to bridge the gap between logistic partners, business partners, and customers in India. By offering a comprehensive suite of features, it streamlines logistics operations, enhancing efficiency and transparency. Key functionalities include booking, freight assessment, route optimization, warehouse management, delivery scheduling, real-time tracking, digital proof of delivery, and advanced financial management tools. Naanal Express aims to transform the logistics landscape by providing a user-friendly, efficient solution that meets the diverse needs of all stakeholders, fostering smoother operations and stronger business relationships.

Project information

Maintainer: Naanal Technologies Pvt Ltd Industry: Logistic operations, B2B, B2C Category: Logistics and Warehouse Software (PWA & Mobile application) My Contribution Period: Aug 2017 - Apr 2018 Current Status: Closed Location: Chennai, India

Contribution

Position: Front End Developer & UI/UX Designer Type: Full-time

Services offered

System Design: We begin by identifying the core functionality and features required for your project. From there, we finalize the tech stack that will facilitate swift development, testing, and release. Our goal is to ensure that the chosen technology stack aligns with your objectives and enables rapid and efficient project execution.
Web Front Interface: We specialize in building intuitive admin dashboards that allow for real-time monitoring of operations. This enables you to stay informed and make data-driven decisions promptly.
Mobile Front Interface: For pickup and delivery agents, we offer a mobile interface that enables them to scan, book, and make informed decisions regarding loading priority, spacing algorithms (to achieve the best possible load management), route planning, and maintain seamless communication with the operations team.
Automation: Utilizing Selenium, we perform on-the-fly customs clearance document scraping. This automation enhances efficiency and reduces the manual workload, allowing for smoother operations.
Rapid Development: Throughout the operation period in every day, we remain vigilant and responsive to requests from the operations team. We quickly assess needs, prototype solutions, test them, deliver the required changes, and incorporate feedback to drive continuous improvement.
Mentoring: Knowledge transfer within the team, guiding new members to follow the guidelines, and providing assistance with tasks and issues.

The challenge: Shipments Don’t Wait, and Neither Does Development Process.

Streamlined Product Development: Adopted agile methodologies from ideation to delivery, using Docker and Jenkins for efficient CI/CD pipelines, resulting in 100% productivity gains.
Seamless Offline Functionality: Implemented local data storage with IndexedDB and service workers for background synchronization, ensuring operational continuity in low-network areas.
Optimized Work Schedules: Dedicated daylight hours to development and night shifts to R&D, leveraging automation for predictive workflows that doubled brand growth.
Proactive Support Systems: Built a real-time support system with automated logging and escalation protocols, using Sentry for error tracking to transform issues into permanent solutions.

Solutions implemented

Web Frontend solution

Operations Dashboard: Developed an single page, progressive web app using Vue.JS and Django (python) to fullfil the admin and operations needs as in a one stop solution
Compact Design System: Made reusable, responsive components that only minimal asserts to reduce the initial page load, and easy to store them for offline scenarios
Manifest File: A JSON file that provides metadata about the PWA, including its name, icons, start URL, display mode, and theme color. This enables the “add to home screen” functionality.
Service Workers: JavaScript files that run in the background, enabling offline functionality, caching of assets, and push notifications.
App-like User Interface: Providing a smooth and intuitive user experience that mimics native mobile applications.
Performance Optimization: Fast loading times and efficient resource usage are crucial for PWAs.
Security (HTTPS): PWAs must be served over HTTPS to ensure secure communication.

Backend solutions:

Data Driven Development: A scalable, reliable database for storing all application data. Well-defined RESTful or GraphQL APIs ensuring seamless communication between the PWA frontend and backend services.
Caching Mechanisms: Implementing server-side caching using Redis, in addition to the PWA’s client-side caching to further improve performance.
Background Task Processing: Handling asynchronous tasks like route optimization, notification sending, and report generation.
Documents Automation: automation script that can downlaod clearance certificate from Gov sites, upload them to our system and distribute them to appropreate ground agent on the fly

The measurable impact

Achieved a 200% increase in order growth within a quarter, resulting in double the warehouse space and sales.
An issue tracking system was implemented to effectively identify escalations, delays, and stagnant orders, enabling prompt action.
Ground agents’ performance doubled with the help of a quick scanning and assessment system.
Delivery ratio was increased by 50% through the use of route planning.
A seamless order tracking system was established.