What parameters should you use to choose a logistics company?

Transportation plays an important part in the delivery process of any business. If your products reach distributors safely and on time then you can develop a good business relationship with them which can in a great way help your business to grow. Though there are thousands of transport companies functioning in India there are only a few companies which can provide you with world class service quality. Not all transport companies have the resources and skilled manpower to provide sufficient security during transportation. So if your business is based in Delhi then look for logistics companies in Delhi which provide a security guarantee.

This will ensure that your products reach the market in perfect shape. Opt for the services of companies which have been operating for a number of years and have earned a reputation for providing timely delivery of products. Check whether they have a license to transit goods to the places where your distributors are located. Check the service charges of the logistics companies which are operating in the Delhi NCR region. Go for the one which has a good reputation and whose fee fits into your budget. But at the same time make sure that the company doesn’t include any hidden fees into their service charge.       

Transport companies transit certain type of niche products only. Therefore look for the services of a company which transports the products which you manufacture. For instance if you manufacture cycles and want to transport them to distributors located in south India look for transporters for south India who transport cycles. The quality of packaging materials used to pack your products before shipment and the technology used during packaging are also important factors. A good packaging ensures that your products reach the market in a perfect working condition. Opt for the services of a company which has an environmental policy. Pay a visit to the company’s warehouses in Delhi & NCR. You will get a good idea about the storage as well as packaging facilities they have ion their warehouses. If their storage facilities are good then in case of any mishap your products will remain safe.       

Transport companies which have a good reputation can adjust to any type of last minute changes you want to make before shipment. Therefore you should opt for the services of transporters for full trunk. Timely delivery of your products will also make sure that they are available to the consumers who use them. By improving your business relations you will your distributors you will be able to build more business contacts through them. Ideally you should go for companies which have a reliable inventory tracking system. This will help you to find out how much stock is left with you, how much has been sold and to whom. It would be wise if you opt for the services of a company which offers consultation services and explain to you in detail what facilities they can provide you.