Insights

Operations Intelligence

Expert perspectives on logistics, delivery, and ride-hailing operations across the Middle East.

Operations 8 min read

Route Optimization in the GCC: Navigating Urban Sprawl and Desert Corridors

How leading logistics operators in Saudi Arabia and the UAE are using data-driven route planning to overcome the unique geographic challenges of the Gulf region.

January 15, 2026
Strategy 6 min read

The Driver Retention Crisis in MENA: A Data-Driven Solution

Driver churn costs ride-hailing and delivery platforms millions annually. We break down the incentive models that actually work in the Middle East market.

January 8, 2026
Seasonal 5 min read

Preparing Quick Commerce Operations for Ramadan 2026

Ramadan transforms demand patterns across the region. Here's how delivery platforms can optimize staffing, inventory, and routing for the holy month.

December 20, 2025
Technology 10 min read

Warehouse Automation in Saudi Arabia: Vision 2030 and Beyond

As Saudi Arabia accelerates its logistics infrastructure under Vision 2030, we examine the automation technologies delivering the highest ROI for regional operators.

December 10, 2025
Operations 7 min read

Cross-Border Logistics in the Arab World: Reducing Friction at Every Checkpoint

Customs delays and documentation complexity remain the biggest barriers to efficient cross-border freight in the MENA region. Here's how to solve them.

November 28, 2025
Sustainability 9 min read

Building a Sustainable Fleet Strategy for Middle East Operators

With rising fuel costs and growing ESG pressure, fleet operators across the region are exploring electric vehicles, route optimization, and carbon tracking.

November 15, 2025
Technology 8 min read

Smart Cities and Intelligent Transport Systems: Lessons from Jordan's Transformation

How government-led ITS initiatives and big data strategies are reshaping urban mobility across the Levant — and what operators can learn from the journey.

November 1, 2025
Strategy 7 min read

From Local Startup to National Platform: Scaling Ride-Hailing in MENA

The operational playbook for ride-hailing platforms expanding beyond their launch city — covering supply acquisition, regulatory compliance, and tech-ops alignment.

October 18, 2025
Operations 6 min read

The Unit Economics of Dark Stores in the Middle East

A deep dive into the cost structures, location strategies, and operational models that determine whether quick commerce dark stores turn profitable in MENA markets.

October 5, 2025