16 Jan How To Choose a Courier Service
For many courier services and suppliers, it is far too common that customers are left guessing when it comes to the safe delivery of their packages. To avoid being disappointed, it is vital to consider the wide range of options available to receive a fast yet affordable courier service. So, how should you choose a courier service?
To choose the perfect courier service, there are a number of factors to consider, including:
- Composure – How does your courier stand up to pressure?
- Efficiency – Can your courier deliver within the required timeframe?
- Flexibility – Will your courier provide flexibility to deliver your goods?
- Reliability – Is your courier prepared to consistently deliver 24/7?
Keep reading to learn more about how to choose the best courier service for you.
How Can I Choose the Right Courier Service for My Needs?
It may seem like a daunting task to select the right courier service for your delivery. There are a number of reputable national suppliers, but to ensure you select the best courier for your unique requirements, there are a number of things to think about before you decide. Below are some of the key qualities a courier should have to ensure you receive value for your money.
Composure
Courier services are often forced to handle last-minute deliveries that require immediate action. A great courier is calm when others, even the customer, are not. It can be a stressful time, particularly when the job includes medical items or confidential documents. Composure in this business means being able to do your job efficiently and effectively without allowing the potential consequences of failure to affect the process.
Efficiency
It’s one thing to know how to get from Point A to B. It’s another thing to naturally know how to make sure that the job is done as quickly as possible. That means being punctual, being aware of potential obstacles along the way, and understanding the specific needs of the customer.
Flexibility
Reliable couriers are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Customers vary widely with their needs; the job of the courier is to be able to respond appropriately, regardless of what those needs are.
Reliability
Driving all hours of the day is inevitable for a courier. The individual might be forced to work on limited rest. But it’s imperative that the driver does not allow drowsiness or personal problems to impact the task at hand. Staying alert and aware of circumstances and surroundings is crucial to the safety of the courier and the completion of the job.
At BHA Couriers, we are proud to provide our affordable courier services with the care and professionalism of a reliable local courier service. Find out more by contacting a member of our team.
What Is the Advantage of Using a Local Courier Service?
National courier companies tend to have very fixed rates with little-to-no flexibility. With local courier companies, you will be able to specify exactly which service you require and have complete control over how your goods are handled. Below are some of the other key advantages of using a local courier like BHA Couriers.
Customer Service
National delivery companies deal with millions of shipments all over the world and so it’s hard to keep up and maintain that tailor made service for each customer. This means less information for you.
Local couriers, like BHA, can provide you with specific pick up and delivery times, the name of the driver that will be handling your shipment, and all other specifics that will be useful to you. Once we know your package has been signed for at its destination, we will let you know.
Preparation
When being called upon for deliveries, no matter what the conditions or time of day, it’s imperative to have drivers that are qualified for all eventualities. At BHA Couriers, we take the time before each job to prepare our drivers for these instances so that we can offer our services responsibly. Our priority is always our drivers’ safety, and anyone else who may be on the road around them.
Urgent Deliveries
We offer urgent courier and logistics services, whatever the hour, night or day, because we understand that no matter what the weather, time, or day of the week, there will always be people out there that require critical deliveries. From medication to football match tickets, passports to a last minute gift. These deliveries can be essential for the health and general well-being or indeed happiness of our customers.
Dedication
We at BHA Couriers are dedicated to providing our customers the service they want and deserve for either their business, or home life, which means that we are willing to put in the time and energy. Our team is committed to making each experience with us better than the last, and that starts with having the availability you need from a courier service.
How Much Will a Courier Cost?
The cost for delivering your packages will depend on a number of factors including:
- Collection and delivery postcodes
- Maximum dimensions of the load
- Loading and unloading requirements
- Times for collection and delivery
Choosing a reliable and affordable courier service like BHA Couriers will ensure your deliveries are completed within the required timeframe, without breaking the bank.
Choose BHA For Your Courier Service
We are always contactable, and pride ourselves in keeping you up to date, from the moment you book with us, until your item is safe and sound at the delivery point. You will never be left wondering where your package is.
If you have any questions regarding our same-day delivery, or next day delivery options within the UK or indeed internationally, please contact BHA Couriers today!