Apple Joins the Self-Driving Car Game
Autonomous vehicles are still in the testing phase, but already the competition is heating up. Manufacturers of autonomous vehicles are racing each other to make the venture viable and lucrative, and it probably won’t be long before delivery services and private citizens are using self-driving cars to get from place to place. But in the […]
Why You May Need to Integrate Cross Docking into Your Route Planning
U.S. companies have been streamlining logistics with cross docking since the 1930s, but the practice truly became widespread when Wal-Mart began doing it. With cross docking, shipments spend little to no time in a warehouse. Instead, they are unloaded at the docking terminal and directly loaded into another truck, or sorted and then loaded into […]
Weighing the Pros and Cons of Autonomous Vehicles
For better or worse, it seems inevitable that autonomous vehicles will one day become a normal part of the landscape. Will they make the roads safer? Or will technology prove less reliable than human intelligence? Only time will tell, but here are a few factors to consider. Pro: The roads could become less hazardous. It’s […]
The Holidays Are Coming! Getting Ready for Another Wild Ride
What does it take to make holiday deadlines without dropping the ball on year-round customers? Pre-holiday planning, early customer communication, and ongoing flexibility. That was the consensus of four industry veterans who are active members of the CLDA.
Article in Courier Magazine – The advise and counsel of Steve Howard, Randy Edmonds, Tim Cocchia and Michael Owens.
Questions to Ask Your Clients Before Scheduling Fleet Deliveries
The management of large distributions requires a sharp eye for logistics and a keen attention to detail. Team up with a delivery partner whom you trust to execute your shipments to your clients efficiently and on time. Before scheduling fleet deliveries to your clients, consider asking them the following questions. Will this be a one-time […]
How Can You Protect Shipments in Arizona’s Scorching Temperatures?
Summer temperatures in Arizona routinely hover around 100 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit, and can often get much hotter. This presents unique challenges for companies that must ship temperature-sensitive cargo like medical samples, pharmaceuticals, and consumable products. Some extra precautions are needed to ensure the integrity of these shipments. Choosing Insulated Shipping Containers Insulated shipping containers […]
How Amazon Has Set the Standards in Online Shopping
An online bookseller opened its digital doors in 1995. Within a month, it had shipped books to 45 countries and all 50 states, carrying out founder Jeff Bezos’ mission to “get big fast.” Today, you can still buy books on Amazon, but you’re just as likely to purchase a couch. Or live ladybugs. Or rent […]
Give Your Business an Edge with Scheduled Delivery Services
To stay competitive in a global marketplace—where practically anything is available with just a click of a mouse—your business needs an edge. For many companies, the solution is to improve customer satisfaction through rapid and reliable delivery services. But logistics can prove problematic for many businesses, which is why Xcel Delivery Services has customized solutions, […]
Will the Monsoon Season Affect Your Business?
The monsoon season in Arizona affects many parts of life, including, potentially, the way you do business. If you’re a business owner in Arizona, here is a look at how monsoons can impact things like sales and shipping, so you can plan accordingly. Monsoon Season 101 In the past, the start of the monsoon season […]
Lab Sample Shipping 101
Shipping lab samples requires special care to ensure the safety of everyone involved in the shipment and to protect the integrity of the sample. It is also essential for the sample to be handled quickly and efficiently. Working with a delivery service that has experience in medical delivery can help reduce the risk of delays. […]
