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Stick to your calendar, suggests DHL Express India's R.S. Subramanian

- Shail Desai

In today's times of instant deliveries, R.S. Subramanian has his task cut out. His focus has been on maintaining DHL Express' own international network, while leveraging robust domestic partnerships such as the one with India Post that allows them to serve remote areas. It explains how they've been able to service 750 cities and over 33,000 locations across the country.

"The emergence of e-commerce supported by digitalisation has introduced new business formats, trading platforms and multiple pathways to reach the end customer," says Mumbai-based Subramanian, 59, senior vice-president (South Asia), DHL Express. "There is never a dull moment in logistics."

In an interview with Lounge, Subramanian talks about finding mentors and the importance of following a planned schedule. Edited excerpts: