HyperDrive is a cutting-edge last-mile delivery app designed specifically for cannabis product delivery in the U.S. The app enhances efficiency for drivers by providing real-time tracking, optimized navigation, and seamless communication. It integrates Google Maps and Here We Go for route optimization, ensuring faster deliveries while avoiding traffic congestion. With features like barcode scanning, ID verification, proof of delivery capture, and performance tracking, HyperDrive empowers drivers to complete their tasks efficiently and effectively while ensuring compliance with state regulations.
Previously, the client relied on a third-party delivery platform for managing their cannabis delivery drivers. This solution posed several challenges:
To address these challenges, HyperDrive was developed as a custom-built solution to streamline cannabis delivery operations while reducing costs and eliminating fraudulent practices.
HyperDrive was designed with a user-centric approach to maximize efficiency and security. Key considerations included:
A clean and intuitive interface for ease of use while on the road.
Seamless integration with Google Maps and Here We Go for real-time route optimization.
Delivery locations are displayed in Google 3D Street View to help drivers easily identify exact drop-off points.
Drivers receive detailed order information, including customer updates and compliance-related instructions.
Barcode scanning, ID verification, signature collection, and photo capture to confirm successful deliveries.
GPS-based distance tracking to prevent mileage manipulation and ensure accurate reimbursement.
We integrated Intercom, a third-party communication service, to facilitate interactions between customers, drivers, and the support team. To maintain compliance and operational security, drivers cannot communicate directly with customers. Instead, customers and drivers interact exclusively with the support team, ensuring proper oversight and seamless coordination.
The scanning system is designed for quick order scans, and the algorithm is built to assign orders based on the driver’s location. This ensures customers receive products at the earliest possible time while reducing fuel costs.
Drivers have inventories in their cars, and items are scanned so that when an order is placed, delivery is not assigned to a driver who doesn’t have the item in their inventory.
To enhance driver well-being while maintaining efficiency, HyperDrive implements smart break management. Drivers receive automated reminder alerts before their scheduled break times. If a driver has ongoing tasks, the system intelligently adjusts their break time by pushing it forward to minimize disruptions. Additionally, after completing a delivery, the algorithm prioritizes assigning a new task immediately to optimize driver utilization and reduce unnecessary downtime, ultimately lowering operational costs.
HyperDrive provides drivers with a visually appealing dashboard displaying their activities, including order count, total mileage, approved miles, total hours worked, average time per order, and average distance per order. Using interactive graphs and charts, drivers can track their performance over time.
At the start of the day, drivers must mark themselves as "On Duty" and complete a mandatory checklist before being assigned tasks. The checklist may influence task assignment algorithms by ensuring vehicle readiness, inventory checks, and compliance requirements. At the end of the day, the app requires drivers to manage their cash drawer by submitting all collected cash and card order amounts. This feature ensures accurate daily revenue tracking and accountability. They need to be marked as “Off Duty” at the end of the day.
HyperDrive provides a dynamic map view where delivery locations and routes are generated based on priority and distance. This gives drivers a clear, structured view of their upcoming deliveries, ensuring optimal navigation and efficient task execution.
Glorify’s architecture is designed for scalability and reliability, ensuring a smooth experience for its users regardless of traffic spikes or unexpected events.
On the backend, Glorify employs a combination of Node.js and MongoDB, leveraging Node.js’s event-driven architecture and MongoDB’s high performance and scalability to handle the application’s data management needs.
HyperDrive delivered measurable improvements in cannabis delivery operations:
HyperDrive successfully revolutionized last-mile cannabis delivery by providing an all-in-one platform for tracking, task management, misuse prevention, proof of delivery, and seamless communication. By eliminating third-party fees and preventing fraudulent mileage claims, the app has significantly increased operational efficiency and profitability.
