Grip is a cold-chain fulfillment and logistics partner specializing in frozen and refrigerated direct-to-consumer (DTC) goods. The company utilizes proprietary Order Management System (OMS) technology to optimize packaging, carrier selection, and last-mile delivery across a national facility footprint. This data-driven approach reduces shipping costs and failures while ensuring product integrity for perishable e-commerce.
Funding
$2M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Shipping perishable goods presents significant challenges due to temperature sensitivity, leading to potential spoilage, increased loss rates, and higher shipping costs. Inefficient packaging and routing, coupled with unpredictable weather conditions, further exacerbate these issues, impacting delivery reliability and customer satisfaction.
Solution
Grip provides a logistics solution that leverages real-time data analytics, weather monitoring, and a national fulfillment network to optimize the shipping of perishable goods. The platform's smart logistics engine predicts potential disruptions and proactively adjusts packaging and routing. By automating decision-making processes and providing access to a broad network of fulfillment centers and carriers, Grip reduces thaw/loss rates, lowers operational costs, and enhances delivery reliability. The system offers features such as automated carrier selection, refrigerant quantity optimization, and real-time visibility into shipment status, ensuring that perishable goods are delivered in optimal condition.
Target Audience
Grip primarily serves direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands in the food, life sciences, and e-pharmacy sectors that require reliable and cost-effective shipping of perishable goods.
Features
- Real-time weather monitoring to predict and mitigate potential shipping disruptions
- Data-driven decision-making for carrier, service, and refrigerant selection
- Automated cartonization to optimize packaging and reduce waste
- National fulfillment network for faster delivery times and broader coverage
- Order Management System (OMS) for streamlined claims processing and order management
- Analytics dashboard for tracking volume, inventory, and performance metrics
- Integration with e-commerce platforms for seamless order processing