The Benefits of Using a Local Logistics Company
Working with a local logistics company provides a range of benefits from lower costs to better communication. Learn more about why going local is useful.
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At Pall-Ex, we have over 25 years of experience delivering palletised freight throughout the UK and Europe. In this time, we’ve assisted thousands of businesses by providing logistics solutions across all industries and sectors. This is in large part due to our advanced MyNexus system which provides transparent, up to the minute updates, as well as our unique membership model and hub-and-spoke warehousing.
However, another string to our bow is understanding how valuable the benefits of local supply chains can be in empowering businesses. To do this, we bring local haulage companies aboard as members of Pall-Ex, giving them control and providing hubs in central locations such as our Leicester HQ.
This access to a wide network empowers local hauliers and logistics companies with the tools needed to provide the local area with access to one of the most well-recognised and trusted pallet distribution services. Working with local couriers and companies can be a massive boon to your business. We’re going to look at the benefits of using a local logistics company and why you should work with established firms like Pall-Ex to ensure long term business success.
Faster delivery times
One of the biggest advantages to working with a local pallet distributor or haulage company is faster delivery times. With your distributor on your doorstep, you can visit the hub and check up on pallets moving in and out of the warehouse. Additionally, for manufacturers, it shortens the distance between production and delivery allowing you to expedite deliveries and pass on improved service delivery to your customers.
Reduce costs
Fuel and time costs are some of the biggest drains in the supply chain. Choosing a local palletised haulage company allows you to limit these costs with a shorter journey to and from your door.
Additionally, as part of our tried and trusted delivery service, Pall-Ex customers can choose to either bring their pallets to us or have our team collect them. This versatility allows for better route planning and cost-cutting to ensure you can stay within budget when fuel prices fluctuate.
Better communication
Along with faster delivery times, partnering with a local logistics firm makes communication easier. Instead of waiting for Zoom calls or chasing emails, you can attend meetings in person, pick up the phone, and introduce your pallet logistics provider to the teams they will be working with.
It’s also far easier to be reactive to situations, as a local provider can always come and see you. At Pall-Ex, we’ve even added the option of providing an implant at your business. This service places a dedicated customer support advisor between your offices and ours to ensure all communications and needs are met.
Pall-Ex provide a unique logistics connection
With all of these perks it’s clear to see how working with a local logistics company can benefit your business. However, when working with Pall-Ex it doesn’t end there. We have spent a lot of time and effort improving our management systems and processes to ensure complete transparency and control over every delivery.
To help with this, we have created API integrations to connect MyNexus to your current technology to reduce disruptions and give you all the benefits of our award-winning track and track capabilities.
We also understand that seasons shift and you may need varied deliveries at different times of the year. To help with this we offer upscaling and downscaling resources for seasonal peaks to provide additional services like dedicated haulage and storage when you need it.
Build lasting relationships
Humans are social creatures. Whether at home or in the workplace communicating in person is always more effective and appreciated. Having a local delivery provider makes it much easier to build business relationships and plan meetings to solve problems, plan events, or even just get to know each other better. These bonds can be critical to your business’ success and can lead to more opportunities, either through your local provider or other businesses in the area.
At Pall-Ex we maintain all of our customer relationships by providing you with a dedicated account management team. This team consists of an account manager, customer service agents, and a commercial team who are on hand to help you maximise your potential.
Work with Pall-Ex today
Our record speaks for itself. With over 25 years of experience, a wide range of services and benefits, and a logistics model that is transparent, you can rest assured that your logistics are in safe hands with us.
If you’re interested in finding out more about our leading palletised freight services or want to know more about the benefits of using a Midlands-based freight distributor contact us today. Our team is on hand to answer your questions and get your business moving in the right direction.
