TOP 5 TIPS ON HOW TO
SELECT THE RIGHT FREIGHT
PROVIDER
PROVIDER
How
amazing would it be if you could get your goods delivered to their destination
on time? Better yet, wouldn’t it be awesome if they got there in one piece and
in good condition? Sadly, when it comes to our precious commodities, some of us
bare the losses due to one simple mistake; we chose an incompetent freight
provider who mishandled the cargo. There is nothing more frustrating than
discovering the gift you sent to your relative in Belgium actually got there in
‘halves.’ So to avoid these kind of mishaps, here is what you should look for
when choosing your freight company.
Experience
Experience
speaks a lot about the competence of a provider. In fact, a company with
experience means that they have dealt with the toughest of situations. Whether
it’s the shutdown of a port, or the rerouting of the cargo, a veteran will have
dealt with it all and will know how to overcome such obstacles. So experience
is definitely an attribute you should be keen on.
The provider’s
networking and business partners
This
is very important. A provider that has both strong local and international
connections is like a cup of sweet tea. This means that your goods can safely
and securely be delivered regardless of the distance of the destination. Heck,
if the provider can get your commodities delivered to Atlantis, the better!
The provider should
offer the freight services you need
There’s
no point you should seek the services of a provider who only offers road and
shipment options, yet you are exporting flowers to France (perishable items)!
It just doesn’t add up. Also, make sure they offer an insurance plan. I cannot
reiterate how important it is to have a backup cushion in case things go south
during transit. To put it simply, cargo insurance and tracking better be part
of their package. If not, think twice about shaking their hand no matter how
sweet the deal is.
Great Customer Service
To
put it simply, would you want to be friends with someone who seems snobbish and
rude at first glance? The same thing applies to the provider. If they truly do
not take the time to make you feel comfortable about trusting your goods to
them, then there’s no point of wasting even a single dollar.
Great feedback review
As
we all know, feedback is crucial during decision making. It helps you decide
whether or not the provider has been competent or slacking in their freight service
delivery. If everything is super awesome with their reviews, then it’s safe to
say you can trust them to get things done for you. With that being said,
reflect back on these points and if you see that the provider meets these criteria,
then you’re good to go!
For More Information or need to request a freight quote please contact 1300464349 or send email to bookings@oneexpress.com.au
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