For a business in the San Diego area, finding a reputable, dependable courier service may be the single most challenging aspect of your business. Unfortunately, there are lots of delivery couriers that seem to pop up and make great offers, then fail to be able to actually put their marketing hype into proven results.
To help a business of any size in selecting the best courier service, here are four specific areas to consider. Review the courier’s website, make a few phone calls and also take the time to do a quick online check to find out how other companies rate their services.
Available As Needed
Not all companies have documents and packages that need to be picked up and delivered on a typical nine to five schedule. Make sure that the delivery couriers you are considering can work with your schedule. This may be particularly important for time-sensitive types of deliveries or for urgent deliveries over short or long distances in and around San Diego.
Reputation for Dependability
Look for a company that has been in business for at least a few years. The reputation of any company offering delivery couriers is based on their ability to deliver and their reputation as safe, effective and efficient couriers.
You will notice courier companies will open up and quickly shut down, typically a result of lack of dependability or problems with reliability.
Scope and Range
The capacity of the courier to meet all your delivery needs is critical. When you only have to deal with one company for downtown deliveries with bike couriers due to dedicated drivers for regular route deliveries, it is much easier and efficient for your office staff.
Consistent Professionalism
It will also be important to work with a company that puts an emphasis on professional, courteous delivery staff. Many of the top companies in the city have couriers that have worked with the company for years, allowing these couriers to get to know their customers and to provide a level of professionalism that isn’t seen in companies where couriers are constantly changing.