The True Cost of the Last Mile
Free and fast shipping, though seemingly easy with the click of a button, isn’t as effortless as online retailers would have you think. The reality is, that last mile is costly, sometimes inefficient, and requires valuable time and energy of a courier company like our same day couriers in Dallas.
When “Free” Shipping Isn’t Really Free
There’s no such thing as a free lunch.
What does that really mean though?
It means that even if you pay absolutely nothing, something that appears to be “free” always has a cost. Whether a hidden monetary cost or an opportunity cost, nothing comes free.
This is true even in the logistics business.
The True Cost of a Low Cost Dallas Delivery Company
As DFW organizations seek out a Dallas delivery company to assist with their transportation and logistics processes, there are many traits they consider. One of the most common assessment tools is cost.
We get it.
You want a courier that can get the job done, but won’t cost you an arm and a leg. It makes sense for your bottom line. But what doesn’t make sense for your bottom line is when your “good deal” turns into a total lemon.
Sometimes the true cost of low cost is more than you’re willing to pay.
A Brief History of Couriers: Past, Present, and Future
What do pigeons, horses, and runners all have in common?
They are important parts of the history of the courier business.
The word “courier” actually comes from the Latin word “Curere”, which means “to run”. Find out more about our history.
Third Party Logistics: Monday Motivation
I don’t know about you, but I wish I could skip Monday altogether.
Here’s how to get some #MondayMotivation back in your workpalce.
Dallas Courier, Safely Driving, Safely Arriving
Dallas delivery service, Dallas Courier has an awesome fleet of drivers.
We believe in their work and trust their skills. Our top priority is getting your delivery where it needs to be in the safest manner possible. We make deliveries all over the Metroplex. That means we spend a LOT of time in our cars. Let’s talk safe driving.