The 5-Step Upper Process
Upper simplifies complex routing into a streamlined 5-step workflow that saves hours daily:
1. Import Your Stops
Excel/CSV upload: Bulk import hundreds of addresses instantly
Manual entry: Add stops one by one with full address validation
Photo capture: Take pictures of delivery manifests (coming soon)
Map drawing: Click directly on the map over all uploaded locations
2. Optimize Your Routes
Advanced algorithms: Process up to 500 stops in under 30 seconds
Smart constraints: Factor in time windows, priorities,driver preference, driver availability and vehicle capacity
Real-time traffic: Dynamic optimization based on current conditions
Multiple vehicles: Automatically balance routes across your fleet
3. Dispatch to Drivers
One-click assignment: Send optimized routes directly to driver phones
Real-time sync: Updates appear instantly on mobile devices
Navigation ready: Seamless handoff to preferred navigation apps
Driver notifications: Automatic alerts for route changes
4. Track Progress
Live GPS monitoring: See exactly where each driver is in real-time
ETA updates: Automatic customer notifications with accurate arrival times
Route deviations: Instant alerts for off-route activities
Performance monitoring: Track on-time delivery rates and efficiency
Time saved: Eliminate constant check-in calls and status updates
5. Capture Delivery Proof
Digital signatures: Electronic "sign on glass" capture
Photo documentation: Multiple photos per delivery for dispute resolution
Delivery notes: Custom instructions and completion details
Automatic sync: Instant upload to dispatcher dashboard
Time saved: No more paper forms or manual documentation
What Makes This Different from Basic Navigation
Basic navigation apps like Google Maps are designed for single destinations. They can't:
Handle more than 10 stops efficiently
Consider business constraints like time windows
Balance routes across multiple drivers
Provide fleet management capabilities
Capture proof of delivery
Generate business analytics
Upper's workflow is specifically designed for multi-stop operations, turning hours of manual work into minutes of automated efficiency.