Why use a courier?
Article Abstract:
Many businesses use courier services to transport information and products, and the industry is growing rapidly. The competitive market means that customer care is an important factor and costs are uniform. The main types of operator in the courier market are wholly-owned companies and franchises, the latter incorporating many smaller players, such as Hellmann's and Interlink Express. The most important factor to consider when choosing a courier is the parcel's destination and arrival time. Deliveries to remote areas will require shopping around for the best price.
Publication Name: What to Buy for Business
Subject: Consumer news and advice
ISSN: 0265-296X
Year: 1998
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Courier choice
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There are many options for companies seeking courier services, which are usually required to deliver small packages and parcels speedily. A key factor when choosing a courier service is reliability, followed by price and speed of delivery. Points to consider when choosing a courier service are presented, plus a survey of services offered by leading UK couriers.
Publication Name: What to Buy for Business
Subject: Consumer news and advice
ISSN: 0265-296X
Year: 1996
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Services
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Courier services will deliver packages and documents to other destinations in the U.K. or internationally. U.K.-based services are cheaper than international destinations. Increasing competition among courier services mean that they are offering faster delivery times, the most common being next day before noon for deliveries within the U.K.
Publication Name: What to Buy for Business
Subject: Consumer news and advice
ISSN: 0265-296X
Year: 1996
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