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Pam Sykes is the Lead Content Strategist at Routific. Originally trained as a journalist, she switched to tech PR early on because she loved working with engineers. After many years working as a freelancer and for agencies, she joined Routific for the chance to help build a company from the ground up.

Latest blog posts
Five Ways To Find The Fastest Route Around Multiple Stops
Need the fastest route for multiple stops? Compare free options like Google Maps and Mapquest with route optimization software. Features & limitations explained.
How To Route With Multiple Stops On Google Maps
Tutorial on using Google Maps to plan and optimize multi-stop routes up to 10 stops — and what to do when you need more. Updated for 2025.
The Best Routes To See Holiday Lights Near Vancouver
Three optimized routes, with driving directions, for visiting Christmas light displays near Vancouver.
Top RouteXL Alternatives for Mobile and Business Users
RouteXL was one of the first route optimizers, but it’s getting tired. We review the best alternatives for mobile phones, and for business users.
Circuit for Teams Route Planner: Review and Alternatives
Is Circuit for Teams the right route planner for your business? Discover the pros and cons based on real-life tests — and learn the alternatives.
Sell Produce Online, Support Farmers, Build Community: Harvestly’s Story
How Harvestly built a sustainable, community-focused marketplace to sell fresh produce online, and their preferred delivery management and e-commerce tools.
How Much To Charge for Delivery: A Business Guide
Learn how to reduce the cost of delivery and what to consider when calculating how much to charge for delivery.
Routing Solutions For Business: Top Route Optimization Software
Discover how routing solutions for last mile delivery, sales, and service businesses can improve efficiency, cut fuel costs, and boost customer satisfaction.
Last Mile Delivery A To Z
What does "out for delivery" mean? And other frequently asked questions about logistics and last mile delivery.