PODStar is TouchStar’s electronic proof of delivery (EPOD) software for parcel, general logistics and multi-sector delivery operations.
Replacing paper-based delivery notes with a fully digital, real-time system, PODStar is one of the UK’s most established EPOD systems, trusted by logistics operators, food distributors, NHS facilities and construction suppliers alike.
Boost your delivery operations with PODStar, our end-to-end electronic proof of delivery solution.
Proof of Delivery
Electronic proof of delivery featuring job scheduling, route planning, vehicle/drive tracking, invoicing and much more. PODStar generate cost savings through new efficiencies in logistics processes.
System Integration
Our Evolink software makes system integration seamless, connecting PODStar with your existing platforms and creating greater flexibility, improved reliability, and more efficient delivery options.
Vehicle Inspection
Increase compliance, reduce costs, and gain peace of mind with our PODStar vehicle inspection app, featuring real-time back-office reporting for complete operational oversight.
Vehicle Tracking
TouchStar’s vehicle tracking provides real-time GPS, route mapping, geo-fencing, and ePOD. Monitor deliveries, manage routes, and generate reports to improve efficiency and maintain an audit trail.
PODStar is more than standard EPOD. It boasts the features you’d expect in a modern Transport Management Systems but without the associated additional cost. Core functionality includes Job Planning & Scheduling, Route Planning, Driver & Vehicle Tracking, Vehicle Service Reminders, Vehicle Inspection and Driver Administration (time sheets, expenses, holidays and more).
Operational Benefits of PODStar:
Paperless, Automated System reduces error rates.
Save time & money: wasted searching for lost POD paperwork.
Optimised delivery performance resulting in enhanced customer satisfaction.
Fuel reduction & improved carbon footprint and the general public through automated vehicle reminders & checks.
Enhanced safety of drivers and the general public through automated vehicle reminders & checks.
Compliance: Drivers can use a mobile to retrieve and show the previous 30 days vehicle check documentation if stopped by VOSA personnel.
Financial/Administration Benefits
Improved cash flow & reduced debtor days with faster invoicing.
Rapid ROI through improvements in workforce productivity.
View productivity by individual resource or vehicle.
POD's are instant. No more waiting for drivers to return.
Onsite disputes can be actioned immediately - either resolved on site, or the depot can be notified so mistakes can be rectified quickly.
Customisable descriptions used to record discrepancies. Fewer mistakes arising from poor driver handwriting.
Manage delivery runs intelligently with historic route insights to ensure the fastest drop sequence, reducing manual planning, fuel costs, and time on the road.”
Our PODStar end-to-end electronic proof of delivery solution is perfect for a range of different use cases:
General Logistics
3rd Party Logistics
Removals
Industrial Parts
Food
Construction
Healthcare
Food
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Electronic proof of delivery (EPOD) software replaces paper delivery notes with a digital system that captures signatures, photos and delivery data in real time. PODStar is TouchStar’s EPOD system, covering job scheduling, route planning, driver tracking and instant POD dispatch to customers and the back office.
A Transport Management System (TMS) typically focuses on planning and administration. PODStar delivers the full EPOD capability of a TMS – job scheduling, route planning, vehicle tracking, driver management – without the enterprise cost. It’s built specifically for UK logistics operators who need a capable, cost-effective EPOD system that integrates with existing platforms.
Yes. PODStar connects to your existing systems via a fully published API. TouchStar’s EvoLink integration platform handles connectivity with ERP, WMS, accounts and CRM platforms, and the team provides telephone and on-site support to get integrations operational quickly.
Driver adoption is typically very fast. Multiple customers — including Acorn Industrial and Houghton’s of London -report that drivers picked up the system with minimal training and very little disruption to operations. The app is designed to be simple to use, even for drivers with limited experience of mobile technology.
Yes. Metsec has PODStar installed across four divisions, and the system is used across general logistics, food distribution, construction, healthcare, industrial parts and 3PL operations. It can be configured for different delivery types and customer requirements within a single deployment.
Disputes are resolved faster and more reliably. Because PODStar captures digital signatures, photos and timestamps at the point of delivery, there is an irrefutable real-time record of every drop. Several customers report significant reductions in credit notes as a direct result — Houghton’s of London specifically noted this as a measurable financial impact after rollout.
Yes. The cloud infrastructure only transfers updated files, so the system maintains reliable data even with intermittent connectivity. Drivers can continue working offline and data syncs when connectivity is restored.
Yes. The PODStar customer portal can be configured to allow customers to log in, enter jobs, monitor delivery progress in real time, and retrieve POD photos and videos directly. This is particularly valued by customers who need to confirm time-sensitive deliveries.
Yes. QE Facilities – a wholly owned subsidiary of Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust – uses PODStar for route planning and delivery management. The system’s audit trail and compliance features make it well-suited to public sector procurement requirements.
PODStar includes a vehicle inspection app with real-time back-office reporting. Drivers can complete daily vehicle checks digitally, and the system stores the previous 30 days of check documentation, which can be retrieved and shown to VOSA if a vehicle is stopped. This removes the risk of non-compliance from paper-based vehicle check processes.
By eliminating the delay between delivery and paperwork, PODStar enables faster invoicing. Customers report reduced debtor days as a direct result – PODs are emailed instantly to all relevant parties rather than waiting for drivers to return to the depot with paper manifests.
Yes. The Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure scales automatically to match bandwidth and business growth. Anytime Express Transport (AET) expanded from a single Middlesex HQ to Manchester operations during their PODStar rollout, using the system to manage rapid growth without a corresponding increase in paperwork or administrative overhead.