The country has been launched into a winter of discontent, with strikes happening practically everywhere. Nurses, rail workers, Royal Mail Strikes, ambulance drivers, bus drivers and teachers are just a few of the workers walking out about disputes over pay, pensions, and conditions as we all struggle to cope with soaring inflation.
As a result, the festive cheer has been ripped out of Christmas for many businesses. But the Royal Mail strikes have been a boon for courier companies.
Customer orders still must be filled, regardless of whether the post is being delivered, which is why many companies are turning to courier firms to ensure their customers receive their orders.
Make hay during the Royal Mail Strikes
A reliable and efficient delivery service is critical for most businesses. They need to be convinced that when they send out their orders, they will reach their destination on time.
That’s why the age of the courier firm has arrived. They benefit from the chaos by providing a fast, traceable service that’s value for money. Something their customers can rely on. Therefore, the current climate could well see many businesses transferring their business from the unpredictability of Royal Mail to the safe hands of their local courier firm.
Why you should use a courier service and not the postal service
Fast service
A courier service is often faster than the postal service because it offers same-day options. Therefore, if your business relies on time-sensitive deliveries, don’t take chances—partner with your local courier service.
Door-to-door service
A courier gives you a complete door-to-door service.
Your courier will also take care of shipments that can’t be wrapped (due to their size). And a good courier will be happy to deliver heavy or fragile items to the exact place they’re needed at their destination and not just leave them at the door.
Secure deliveries
Your courier’s service is trackable, so there’s no risk of a rogue postie nipping off with your valuable deliveries.
Without wishing to tempt fate, a courier can’t lose or misplace an item in the system. Plus, because it’s inherently secure, insurance for your shipment is often standard and included in the price.
Flexible
Royal Mail can only handle parcels up to 30kg or with a combined length and depth over 1.5 metres (even through Parcelforce).
That’s not an issue for your local courier.
As safe as houses
With a dedicated courier doing the job, they’ll handle your goods with care, limiting the number of times your consignment is handled.
Cost-effective
Why is it more cost-effective to use a courier?
- There is a reduced risk of damage to valuable goods
- Less chance of having to replace or repair damaged goods
- It avoids operational downtime for time-critical deliveries
- Greater flexibility for handling larger, heavier loads that exceed the limits for the postal service
Isn’t it time you switched?
Smart Directions has the know-how and technological smarts to streamline your business as your 3PL. Call the team on 01442 507 240 now.