If you live in Kenya, you’ve probably seen Kingsmil Bread before. It’s everywhere — in schools, homes, kiosks, and supermarkets. Manufactured by Kenafric Bakery, one of the largest manufacturers in the country, Kenafric Bakery is also one of Leta’s biggest customers. With over 30 years in the industry, Kenafric Bakery produces more than 100 million loaves of Kingsmil Bread and confectioneries every year. Delivering this massive volume through efficient delivery services in Kenya is a significant logistical challenge, but it’s crucial for their business.

Before partnering with Leta, Kenafric Bakery faced numerous challenges in their delivery services in Kenya. Today, thanks to Leta’s innovative solutions, they save up to $20,000 in delivery costs every month. Here’s how we’ve transformed their logistics:

Optimized Delivery Routes

Kenafric Bakery operates a large fleet of over 75 delivery trucks. Previously, these trucks were underutilized due to static delivery routes, often sending trucks out only 40% full. This inefficiency resulted in high delivery costs and reduced profit margins.

With Leta’s technology, Kenafric Bakery now optimizes delivery routes based on customer locations and truck capacities. This has led to reduced delivery times and allowed them to take six trucks off the road, significantly lowering operational costs.

Improved Demand Forecasting

Leta provides Kenafric Bakery with valuable insights into sales trends through our analytics dashboard. This enables them to forecast future demand effectively. The customer heatmap feature highlights areas with fewer customers, allowing targeted sales efforts and better inventory management.

Enhanced Tracking Efficiency

While Kenafric Bakery previously had tracking devices on their trucks, they lacked comprehensive visibility across their fleet. With Leta’s technology, they can now track deliveries in real-time and review past routes taken by drivers.

This improved oversight helps monitor driver performance, prevent fuel wastage, and reduce misbehavior. By measuring actual kilometers traveled against expected distances, they can identify inefficiencies and optimize routes further.

Seamless Onboarding and Support

Onboarding with Leta was quick yet thorough. Our team provided hands-on training for every driver and logistics team member to ensure smooth integration. Today, Kenafric Bakery enjoys full visibility over their operations through a single dashboard that tracks deliveries efficiently.

As a result of these improvements, Kenafric Bakery has reduced logistics costs by approximately 10%, equating to around $20,000 in fuel savings each month. Their customers are happier too since they receive fresh bread promptly.

Kenafric Bakery’s success story exemplifies the transformative impact of optimizing delivery services in Kenya. If you’re an African business seeking effective delivery solutions tailored to your needs, explore how Leta can help you grow: Learn More.