The CLDA Annual Meeting: Public Transportation Options in Phoenix

The Customized Logistics and Delivery Association, or CLDA, is hosting is 2019 annual meeting in Phoenix on May 8-10 at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass. Xcel Delivery Services is pleased to be a local sponsor of this important industry event. The luxury Sheraton hotel has many amenities right on site for you to […]

CLDA Final Mile Forum in Phoenix

Hello my CLDA and Industry colleagues, As you may know by now, the CLDA is holding it’s Final Mile Forum in Phoenix, Arizona this year May 8th thru 10th.  It was a short 19 years ago at the Wigwam Resort right here in Phoenix, Arizona that I attended my first CLDA event.  While I grew […]

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.

The Current State of Autonomous Car Testing in Phoenix, Arizona

Arizona is locked in a battle with neighboring California to attract business to the state by allowing autonomous car testing. Autonomous cars could revolutionize travel and delivery, and Arizona is determined to be at the forefront of the changes. The issue is a sensitive one, after an Uber autonomous car hit and killed a pedestrian […]

Is a Waymo and Honda Partnership in the Works?

In the quest for self-driving car supremacy, Waymo and Tesla are going head-to-head, but does Waymo have a new recipe for success? Waymo and Honda are in talks to design a brand-new vehicle together, and unlike other self-driving car efforts that are aimed at carrying human passengers, this vehicle is expected to be designed with […]

Does Your Business Need Dedicated Fleet Delivery?

Your business needs a quality delivery service in order to get your shipments out, or your customers won’t be happy. Although not every company needs this type of service, any business that ships physical products stands to benefit. Read ahead and see if your business needs dedicated fleet delivery. Scope of Your Business Deciding if […]

Why Choose Xcel for Your Critical Parts Storage?

If your business has unique storage needs or an overflowing inventory that you need to get offsite quickly, Xcel Delivery Services can offer the solution you need. Our Phoenix distribution center is equipped to store a wide range of critical parts, and we can ensure that they’ll be delivered exactly when you do need them, […]

Reasons to Choose a Local Delivery Company

A subpar delivery company can cause problems for your business and aggravate your customers. This is frustrating to deal with, especially if you can’t get in contact with the delivery business to hold them responsible. A local company is a little more transparent because you can talk to references and speak with a manager face […]

Why You Don’t Need an Onsite Warehouse for Your Retail Business

An increasing demand for your products or services will draw attention to your business, which could in turn bring in even more patrons. If you need a large amount of inventory to handle the demand of your customers, you must think about how you’ll store it. Here’s a look at why you don’t need an […]

Tips for Improving Your Packing Skills

When you ship something overseas or just to a neighboring city, the journey starts with the packing. Proper packing keeps your things safe when they’re in transit. Inventory won’t be damaged, and the shipment will arrive in the same condition as it left. Keep reading and learn tips for improving your packing skills. Pack Often […]

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