DIMO digitalises delivery and transportation of goods
View(s):Sri Lanka’s traditional landscape of the logistics and transportation industry has now been enriched by mobility through new innovation introduced by Diesel and Motor Engineering PLC (DIMO).
The company recently launched “PickMyLoad”, a unique mobile application that will enable the general public to easily find a way to deliver or transport goods from one location to another.
In today’s developing environment, when a customer requires transport services to deliver goods, they have to visit the nearest town centre or park to find an appropriate vehicle.
There is a good chance that a vehicle won’t be available, and even if available, it might not have the correct loading capacity. Issues increase, as customers have to negotiate price, give pick-up locations and drop-off details, etc.
PickMyLoad enables customers to choose from a wide variety of transport vehicles such as cargo three-wheelers, small trucks, pickups, lorries, tippers and even prime movers, DIMO officials explained at the launching ceremony.
It provides the ability to source potential transporters, provide pick-up and drop-off locations and track deliveries on the app, in real time standard per kilometre price will be available across each type of vehicle allowing the customer to get an idea of the total cost based on the number of kilometres from pick-up to drop-off location.
Customers can download the app through the Google Play Store/iOS app store and will have the ability to pay via cash or credit/debit card. After every hire, they will be able to rate the delivery service on the app, ensuring that customers have access to the best service at all times.
Expressing his views, Ranjith Pandithage – Chairman and Managing Director of DIMO stated, “Technological advancements enable companies to add more value to its customers. We are confident, this innovative business venture of DIMO will take Sri Lanka’s transportation industry to the next level by linking vehicle owners and customers who wanted to transport their goods in an efficient and effective manner.”
Gahanath Pandithage – Group CEO of DIMO commented, “PickMyLoad is the latest innovation of DIMO. If you look at the broader spectrum of this business model, it is clear that this innovation will encourage entrepreneurship in the country. It has given us the opportunity to introduce latest technologies to SMEs and small start-ups to uplift their businesses.”