ORTEC, a global provider of end-to-end supply chain optimization solutions purpose-built for manufacturers, retailers, and distributors, has been named Last Mile Solution Provider of the Year in the 5th annual SupplyTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by SupplyTech Breakthrough.

SupplyTech Breakthrough is a leading independent market intelligence organization that evaluates and recognizes standout technology companies, products, and services in the supply chain technology and logistics industry around the globe.

ORTEC helps organizations with real-time, adaptive operations for last-mile delivery, and continuously evaluates delivery plans before, during, and after execution, as opposed to optimizing routes once and reacting to disruptions. Advanced AI-powered optimization models incorporate real-world constraints such as delivery windows, vehicle and driver capacity, hours of service, labor availability, and demand variability. 

With end-to-end integration across the full last-mile lifecycle, the solution connects territory design, visit-day planning, routing, loading, dispatch, execution monitoring, and post-route analytics into a unified framework. This ensures that upstream decisions, such as service promises and delivery frequency, remain feasible in real-world execution.

ORTEC also provides real-time insight into planned versus actual performance, enabling teams to understand whether operations are on track and why deviations occur. With control tower capabilities, real-time proof of delivery, and predictive analytics, organizations can identify risks early and intervene for continuous proactive performance management. 

“Thank you to SupplyTech Breakthrough for this recognition. This honor belongs as much to our customers as it does to us; they're the ones making hard operational calls every day, and we're here to make those calls smarter,” said George Ninikas, SVP sales and accounts, ORTEC. “The last mile has become one of the most challenging and dynamic areas of the supply chain, and organizations need more than point solutions to succeed. They need the ability to continuously balance customer service, operational efficiency, and execution reality. This award reflects the success of our customers and the strong partnerships we have built together. We remain committed to helping organizations move from reactive firefighting to proactive operational control, leveraging advanced optimization, AI, and deep industry expertise to deliver measurable business value every day.”

Importantly, ORTEC applies AI pragmatically and transparently, augmenting human decision-making with explainable, data-driven insights instead of relying on black-box models.

The mission of the annual SupplyTech Breakthrough Awards program is to recognize the innovators transforming the global supply chain landscape through technology. The program conducts a comprehensive analysis of the companies, technologies and solutions redefining how supply chain businesses operate, engage partners and drive growth. From procurement and omnichannel logistics to AI-driven analytics, automation and last-mile innovation, these breakthrough solutions are enabling supply chain companies to adapt faster, operate smarter and deliver exceptional customer experiences.

“ORTEC redefines Last Mile delivery as a continuous, intelligence-driven decision system. The Last Mile has become one of the most complex and cost-intensive segments of the supply chain. However, most solutions still rely on static routing, disconnected tools, or reactive technologies that address problems only after execution fails,” said Bryan Vaughn, Managing Director of SupplyTech Breakthrough Awards. “ORTEC enables businesses to move beyond fragmented systems toward fully connected, high-impact operations. ORTEC delivers continuous optimization, execution confidence, and decision intelligence at enterprise scale, transforming Last Mile delivery into a resilient, data-driven competitive advantage. We’re proud to award them with ‘Last Mile Solution Provider of the Year.’”