Locus
Fleet tracking software
Route planning software
Transportation management systems (TMS)
Shipping software
Direct store delivery software
Last mile delivery software
Logistics intelligence software
Distribution software
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What is Locus
Locus is a logistics optimization platform used to plan and execute last-mile and mid-mile deliveries. It supports route planning, dispatch, delivery tracking, and customer communication for shippers, retailers, and logistics service providers. The product is typically deployed as a SaaS platform with APIs to integrate with order management, warehouse, and telematics systems. It emphasizes algorithmic route optimization and operational analytics for delivery performance monitoring.
End-to-end delivery execution
Locus combines route planning, dispatch workflows, driver/agent execution, and delivery tracking in one platform. This reduces the need to stitch together separate point tools for planning and proof-of-delivery. It fits organizations running multi-stop distribution and last-mile operations that require both planning and day-of-operations control.
Optimization and constraints modeling
The platform is designed around route optimization that can account for operational constraints such as time windows, vehicle capacities, service times, and delivery priorities. This is useful for high-volume, multi-stop routes where manual planning does not scale. It can support recurring route templates and dynamic re-optimization when orders or capacity change.
Integration and data visibility
Locus commonly provides APIs and integration patterns to connect with upstream order sources and downstream execution systems. It also surfaces operational KPIs and exception monitoring to help teams manage SLA adherence and delivery performance. This supports centralized visibility across fleets and delivery partners rather than relying only on driver-side tracking.
Implementation can be complex
Deployments often require mapping business rules, constraints, and operational processes into the optimization and dispatch configuration. Integrations with OMS/WMS/ERP, mapping providers, and telematics can add project scope. Organizations without dedicated operations and IT support may find time-to-value longer than simpler route-planning tools.
Not a full TMS replacement
While it supports delivery execution and planning, it may not cover all transportation management needs such as carrier procurement, tendering, freight audit, and complex multi-leg linehaul planning. Companies with heavy freight management requirements may still need a separate TMS. Fit depends on whether the primary focus is last-mile execution versus end-to-end freight management.
Feature depth varies by module
Capabilities such as fleet telematics, asset tracking hardware, and driver safety features are not always native and may rely on third-party systems. This can create dependency on external vendors for real-time vehicle diagnostics or compliance workflows. Buyers should validate which functions are included versus delivered through integrations.
Plan & Pricing
Pricing model: Custom / Contract-based (volume- and module-based) How pricing is structured (official site): Locus states pricing is tailored to each client and is based on shipment volume, geographic footprint and selected modules; there are no published fixed subscription plans or public per-user/self-serve tiers. See vendor FAQ for exact wording. Public example costs: Not published on the official site — customers must contact Locus for a quote. Notes: Customers may subscribe to specific modules or full-platform packages; Locus emphasizes predictable scaling (no per-stop or per-user transaction penalties) and multi-year structures for large deployments.
(Information sourced only from Locus official web pages: Locus homepage, product/info pages, and the Schedule a Demo / FAQ.)
Seller details
Locus (Marut Tech Private Limited)
Bengaluru, India
2015
Private
https://locus.sh/
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