Transport Sylvestre Vallée
Modernizing 30 years of transport expertise
With 30 years of expertise in refrigerated transport, Transport Sylvestre Vallée (TSV) entrusted us with digitizing all of its tracking and invoicing processes to accelerate its growth. By replacing paper route sheets with an ecosystem of connected applications, we eliminated administrative bottlenecks. The result: a successful digital transition, reliable and actionable data, and significant time savings for the administration team.
Transport Sylvestre Vallée
Transportation and logistics
Web and mobile application
25k-50k
2026
The origins of transformation
The management team approached Altevo with a clear observation: their traditional working methods were hindering their growth. Operations management was almost entirely paper-based. Drivers filled out their route sheets manually (stops, mileage), which then had to be transcribed by hand by the administration for billing purposes.
This double-entry process created a major bottleneck:
- Time wasted: Approximately 10 hours per week lost in transcription and validation.
- Risk of errors: Reading handwritten documents increased the risk of inconsistencies.
- Unusable data: It was impossible to generate statistics or performance reports from paper sheets.
The Altevo Approach: Pre-project Analysis
1. Discovery workshop
We spent a full day in their offices mapping out the order lifecycle, from receipt to invoicing.
2. Process optimization
Rather than simply “digitizing” a poor process, we proposed a new workflow. The goal: to capture information at the source (the driver) in order to automate the downstream chain.
3. MVP-Strategie (Minimum Viable Product)
To stay within budget while maximizing impact, we prioritized quick wins in the initial phase, while structuring the database for future developments.
4. Validation par prototype
An interactive prototype, generated by artificial intelligence to optimize design times, has been validated by executives to ensure that it is perfectly suited to their operational reality.
The Solution: A Connected Ecosystem
To meet the specific needs of cross-border transport, we have developed a solution divided into two interconnected parts, from the truck cab to the billing office.
The tablet application
No more paper route sheets. Each driver now has an app on their tablet designed for use in the field. With just a few clicks, they can create and manage their route sheets, document their stops, and update their status in real time. Once the trip is complete, reports are submitted instantly, ensuring immediate transmission of crucial information to the office, without any delays due to physical handling.
The web application for administration
On the office side, the administrative team has access to a centralized management interface. This portal allows them to manage all critical data: fleet management (trucks), customer database, delivery locations, and driver profiles. But its real strength lies in the way it reinvents the approval of route sheets and customer billing.
Simplicity and Speed - An application that stands the test of time
The main technical challenge was not the complexity of the code, but user acceptance. In order for the administration to save time, drivers, who were used to paper, first had to adopt the tool without friction.
We opted for a streamlined interface that requires no technical training. The application replicates the familiar logic of roadmaps, but with built-in validation mechanisms. Drivers are not disoriented, they are assisted: less manual writing and more quick selections.
By making the task easier for those in the field, we have enabled the administrative team to focus on the essentials: management and billing, rather than data entry.
Key features
Here's how the solution is transforming TSV's daily life:
Automated generation for billing
This is the flagship feature for administration. With a single click, the system generates standardized, stylized Excel spreadsheets from approved roadmaps. What used to take hours is now done instantly, ready to be sent to the customer.
Intuitive and secure input
The mobile app guides the driver through the creation of their route sheet, reducing oversights and ensuring that all necessary information (mileage, waiting time, etc.) is captured the first time around.
Data standardization
By structuring data entry, we have eliminated ambiguities related to handwriting or non-compliant formats.
One-click approval
The administrative interface transforms the verification of roadmaps into a smooth and visual process. Instead of deciphering handwritten notes, managers review clear and structured data sent in real time by drivers.
Results
The transition to digital technology brings measurable benefits both in terms of human resources and the company's overall performance:
Approximately 2 hours per day (10 hours per week) saved by the management team, allowing them to focus on management and growth rather than data entry.
Transition from inert paper data to structured data, paving the way for accurate performance reports.
Thanks to its carefully designed user experience, the tool was adopted smoothly by drivers and administrators alike.