In busy logistics operations, planning dozens of daily delivery stops by hand can easily lead to delays and missed deliveries. NetSuite’s Delivery Route Planner SuiteApp addresses these challenges by automating route planning inside your ERP. Instead of manually calculating each route, this SuiteApp leverages your existing NetSuite order and location data along with Google Maps algorithms to optimize logistics. The result is faster, more efficient delivery schedules that keep customers satisfied and operations on track.

Because everything runs natively in NetSuite, your data stays in sync – there’s no need to export addresses or use a separate mapping tool. In practice, this means no switching between tools, no disconnected systems — just seamless integration with your ERP data.

Timely and accurate deliveries are crucial in today’s competitive landscape. This route planner is designed to reduce costs, improve delivery performance, and exceed customer expectations.

The Delivery Route Planner is a built-in NetSuite SuiteApp for logistics optimization. It lets dispatchers map customer delivery stops, reorder them as needed, and automatically get the best route – all within the NetSuite interface. This native design means your planners can work inside the ERP they already use, without additional logins or data transfers.

In other words, you keep using NetSuite as the single source of truth for your orders and customers, and the SuiteApp handles the routing in the background. This tight integration ensures that any address changes or new orders in NetSuite immediately feed into your route plan – keeping everything up to date.

Once you’ve selected your delivery stops in NetSuite, the SuiteApp automatically sequences them to minimize total travel distance and fuel use. It then displays a clear route breakdown with estimated arrival times (ETAs) for each stop and an interactive map view. With just one click, you can generate a polished PDF of the optimized route and email it to drivers or dispatchers.

This professional route summary includes every stop, distance and timing detail in a shareable format. Dispatchers no longer have to draw or list routes manually – the system produces an accurate itinerary instantly, saving significant time and reducing human error. In practice, the streamlined workflow leads to faster deliveries and higher customer satisfaction, as routes run efficiently and on time.

NetSuite’s route planner also handles unexpected changes. If a last-minute order comes in, you can add the new address on the fly and rerun optimization. Because the app uses live geolocation data, it recalculates the route instantly to accommodate the change.

This eliminates the classic logistics headache of rerouting manually – adjustments happen automatically, saving dispatchers time and reducing errors. In effect, the system keeps your team agile: always ready for “what-if” scenarios without reentering data or starting over.

A standout feature is the interactive map planner. All selected stops appear on a map inside NetSuite, and dispatchers can drag and drop any stop to a new position on the route. The SuiteApp instantly recalculates the optimal path and updates ETAs accordingly.

This visual interface makes adjusting complex, multi-stop routes quick and intuitive. For example, if a high-priority delivery is added at the last minute, you simply drop that stop onto the map and the entire route sequence updates in seconds. The immediate visual feedback helps teams verify routes and ensure accuracy before vehicles hit the road.

Because the SuiteApp is purpose-built for NetSuite, it scales with your business. It’s designed to be user-friendly for everyday dispatch teams, so you get enterprise-grade routing without added complexity. Whether you manage deliveries for retail stores, wholesale distribution centers, or field service jobs, the route planner adapts to your needs.

All features – from route optimization to PDF exports – work out-of-the-box in your existing NetSuite account, avoiding the hassle of custom integrations. The SuiteApp is 100% built for NetSuite with no external connectors or hidden user licensing fees.

Your existing NetSuite security and user roles apply to the planner, so there’s no need to manage separate accounts or software licenses. For IT, deployment is straightforward – the SuiteApp installs in your account just like any NetSuite feature. Your team gains advanced routing capabilities without taking on another standalone software subscription.

Google Maps Integration

The Delivery Route Planner’s integration with Google Maps brings turn-by-turn navigation into the process. Each optimized route generates a direct Google Maps link. When drivers open this link on their mobile device or GPS, they see the entire planned route in Google’s familiar navigation interface.

This means the exact path calculated in NetSuite is immediately available for real-time driving directions, complete with live traffic updates and alternate route suggestions. The seamless handoff to Google Maps ensures drivers get accurate guidance without extra effort.

This integration also helps prevent last-mile mistakes. Since the addresses and stop order come directly from NetSuite, there’s no chance of typos or inconsistencies. The clickable link ensures that drivers always start at the first stop on the optimized route, minimizing confusion. In practice, a single tap on the link takes drivers from the dispatcher’s plan to active navigation.

This saves training time – drivers simply use the Google Maps app they already know – and keeps the entire delivery process efficient. It also gives drivers confidence, knowing they’re using precise routing from NetSuite on a platform they trust.

Step-by-Step: Planning Delivery Routes in NetSuite

1. Select Customer Delivery Stops:
   Start by choosing your delivery locations in NetSuite. The Route Planner lets you select customer addresses, orders, or saved locations directly from your NetSuite records. This avoids manual entry errors and ensures you use accurate, up-to-date customer information.
2. Add Custom Stops with the Map:
   For additional addresses – such as supplier pickups or new clients – use the interactive map to drop a pin and create custom stops. This makes it easy to include one-off or ad-hoc locations.
3. Optimize the Route:
   Click to optimize the route using advanced algorithms and real-time geolocation. Even large routes with 20+ stops are optimized in seconds, producing an efficient path.
4. Review ETAs and Distance:
   Check the total travel distance and estimated arrival times for each stop. This allows accurate scheduling and helps you communicate delivery windows to customers.
5. Generate and Share the Route:
   Export the route as a PDF summary. It includes stops, addresses, ETAs, and distances. You can email it to drivers or print it for reference.
6. Navigate with Google Maps:
   Tap the provided Google Maps link to open the route on a mobile device. Drivers get instant turn-by-turn directions, making the route immediately actionable.

Key Benefits of Integrated Route Planning

Faster Deliveries & Lower Fuel Costs:
Optimizing stop order reduces drive time and fuel use. Fewer miles traveled means cost savings and more deliveries per shift.

Improved Delivery Accuracy:
Algorithmic routing reduces human error, minimizes missed stops, and enhances on-time performance.

Enhanced Team Coordination:
Share route summaries easily across dispatchers, drivers, and managers. Everyone stays aligned with the same plan.

Professional Route Reporting:
Get clean, standardized route reports for sharing, archiving, or auditing. Adds professionalism and accountability to your delivery operations.

User-Friendly & Scalable:
The SuiteApp is easy to adopt and grows with your business. It fits seamlessly into your existing NetSuite workflows.

Mobile-Friendly Navigation:
Drivers use the Google Maps app they already trust. A tap on the link starts guided navigation, reducing the learning curve.

Final Thoughts

By integrating Google Maps into NetSuite’s route planning, this SuiteApp delivers a true end-to-end solution. All steps – from selecting stops to optimization to navigation – happen within one interface. Dispatchers gain control of daily logistics with advanced planning tools and real-time mapping.

In short, the Delivery Route Planner helps your team achieve smarter, faster deliveries while reducing costs. In today’s competitive delivery landscape, this integrated approach positions your business to meet customer expectations and scale efficiently.

Because the app is built for NetSuite, you avoid extra integration work and hidden costs. Your existing NetSuite credentials and permissions apply, with no separate login or subscription needed.

From a sales order in NetSuite to a completed delivery, your entire logistics workflow becomes streamlined, accurate, and transparent. For companies that rely on timely deliveries, planning them efficiently inside NetSuite is a smart move — and this SuiteApp makes it possible.