Beat Run Initiation in O2VEND – Step-by-Step Daily Delivery Planning

Learn how to plan daily or multi-day deliveries in O2VEND using the Beat Run Initiate screen. Organize beats, orders, and shipping classes efficiently for on-time deliveries.

The Beat Run – Initiate screen is used to plan daily or date-wise deliveries for a selected Beat.
This page converts a delivery area into an actionable delivery run by mapping orders, shipping class, and dates.

The Beat Run Initiate screen in O2VEND transforms delivery areas into structured delivery plans.
It connects beats, dates, shipping rules, and orders into one controlled delivery workflow.

This step is essential for accurate, scalable, and on-time deliveries.

What Is a Beat Run?

A Beat Run represents a delivery plan for a specific Beat and date range.

In simple terms:

Beat = Delivery Area
Beat Run = Delivery execution plan for that area

Beat Runs help control:

  • Which orders go out
  • On which date
  • Under which delivery type
  • For which area

Beat Run – Initiate Screen

The Beat Run – Initiate screen is used to convert a delivery area into a date-wise delivery plan.

O2VEND Back Office → Beat Route → Beat Run → Initiate

Beat Run – Initiate Screen Explained

Start Date

Defines the starting date of the delivery run.

Example shown:
24-12-2025

Orders from this date onward are considered.

End Date

Defines the ending date of the delivery run.

Example shown:
25-12-2025

Helps create multi-day delivery runs when needed.

Code

Optional reference code for the beat run.

Used for:

  • Internal tracking
  • Reports
  • Audit references

If left blank, the system can auto-generate one.

Beat

Selects the delivery area for which the run is created.

Example shown:
Anna Nagar East

Only customers and orders under this beat are included.

Shipping Class

Defines the delivery type applied to this run.

Example shown:
Regular Delivery

Ensures correct delivery rules, timelines, and charges.

Orders & Shipment Tabs

Orders Tab

Displays:

  • Customer Name
  • Order Number
  • Order Date
  • Order Status

Shipment Tab

Used to:

  • Convert selected orders into shipments
  • Prepare orders for delivery execution
  • Move towards Route Run (actual delivery)

Save Beat Run

Click Save (top-right corner) to initiate the Beat Run.

Once saved:

  • Orders are locked into the run
  • The Beat Run becomes available for shipment planning
  • Delivery execution can begin via Route Run

What Happens After Beat Run?

After initiating a Beat Run, it is used to:

  • Generate Shipments
  • Assign Routes
  • Track delivery status
  • Monitor delivery performance

Why Beat Run Is Important

  • Prevents missed deliveries
  • Organizes date-wise delivery planning
  • Improves rider efficiency
  • Ensures accurate order-to-delivery flow