```json
{
    "title": "Legacy – 01 Usecase Subcontractor Pricing EN",
    "url": "https://kardinal.ai/subcontractors-pricing/",
    "datePublished": "2023-02-26",
    "dateModified": "2026-08-25",
    "language": "en-GB",
    "description": "With Kardinal, get precise estimates of your subcontractor’s cost structure to buy transport at the right price.",
    "author": "Kardinal",
    "publisher": "Kardinal"
}
```

# Legacy – 01 Usecase Subcontractor Pricing EN

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Kardinal Use case

# Subcontractors Pricing

Most parcel delivery players rely on subcontractors for last mile operations: picking, sorting and delivering parcels.

Negotiations between the two parties follow to define the best contract price. This price must be profitable for the subcontractor while being as low as possible.

Given uncertain parcel volumes and limited field knowledge on both sides, this becomes a major challenge for the success of both parties.

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[Contact us](#)

## Subcontractors' area optimization

Leverage the power of our algorithm to optimize a subcontractor's zone: size the fleet and divide its territory into optimal routes. Simulate the merge of several subcontractors' territories to redispatch areas and optimize costs.

## Cost optimization and transport pricing

By tapping into your subcontractors' transportation cost information, you can ensure that your prices are fair and that you are getting the right price for delivery.

## Share data for implementation

Once agreed upon with your contractor, export the data to help them implement the new process in the field.

## Kardinal's Secret Sauce

### **Matching costs and revenues**

Comparing both the cost structure of the subcontractor and its revenue potential allows to optimize the pricing while ensuring profitability.

## Benefits

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Better Costs & Profitability
 Optimal sectorization implies optimal cost structure for the subcontractor, making everyone more profitable.

 Less Turnover and Subcontractors Failure
 Routes remain feasible despite parcel volatility, and subcontractor's business becomes predictible.

 Less Dependance on Field Expertise
 Algorithm recommendations rely on data-driven facts instead of (good or bad) field habits.

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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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