```json
{
    "title": "Legacy – 01 Product ODA EN",
    "url": "https://kardinal.ai/optimal-appointment-scheduling/",
    "datePublished": "2024-02-25",
    "dateModified": "2026-08-25",
    "language": "en-GB",
    "description": "Kardinal’s solution revolutionizes delivery slot management by intelligently optimizing appointments while considering existing schedules.",
    "author": "Kardinal",
    "publisher": "Kardinal"
}
```

# Legacy – 01 Product ODA EN

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KARDINAL SOLUTION
 ODA - Optimal & Dynamic Appointment Scheduling
 Kardinal's API revolutionizes delivery slot management by intelligently optimizing appointments while considering existing schedules.

 [↓ Download the brochure (PDF)](https://kardinal.ai/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ODA-Brochure.pdf)
 [Talk to sales](https://kardinal.ai/contact/)

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Cas d'usage de la solution
 Fonctionnalités clés

 Affichage stratégique des créneaux horaires
 Affichez ou masquez certains créneaux de livraison en fonction de leur impact sur vos objectifs commerciaux.

 Calcul de l'impact écologique
 Affichez l'impact écologique des créneaux de livraison au client final pour encourager des choix plus verts.

 Tarification dynamique
 Faites varier le prix des créneaux horaires pour le client final en fonction du coût opérationnel réel de la livraison.

 Objectifs de planification personnalisés
 Sélectionnez l'objectif de planification adapté à vos besoins commerciaux (ex : minimiser les coûts de transport, réduire les heures de travail, diminuer le CO2 émis, etc.).

 Mise en avant de livraisons stratégiques
 Priorisez les créneaux de livraison les plus intéressants pour le transporteur (ex : s'il y a déjà une livraison prévue dans la même rue).

## Lead the innovation in delivery services

In the era of evolving customer expectations, efficient time slot management is paramount to remain competitive for both shipper and carrier.

Kardinal's intelligent scheduling API is configurable according to your specific needs and offers you endless possibilities. 

Its dynamic optimization features, equips last-mile delivery operators with the means to plan and adjust delivery slots seamlessly, ensuring enhanced efficiency and convenience for all involved parties.

 

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Bénéfices
 Ce que ODA change pour vos livraisons

 Amélioration de l'efficacité opérationnelle des transporteurs.

 Des offres de services de livraison innovantes pour les clients des transporteurs.

 Augmentation du taux de réussite des livraisons dès la première tentative.

 Réduction de l'impact environnemental des livraisons du dernier kilomètre.

 Amélioration de la qualité de service et de la satisfaction des clients finaux.

 Optimisation de la planification des ressources requises.

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Would you like to discuss your challenges with our team?
 [Contact us](https://kardinal.ai/contact)

## Resources

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