Few aspects of the logistics and transportation industry are as troublesome as last mile delivery. For business owners, last mile delivery represents a major percentage of their shipping costs (estimates range from 28% to 53%). Despite its many challenges, partnering with an established and savvy transportation company can greatly ease the challenges of last mile…
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A company’s fleet often represents one of its largest expenditures. Not only is purchasing new fleet vehicles expensive, but so is maintaining them and repairing them. If you’re looking for a smart way to cut costs while preserving the quality of the services you provide to your customers, consider making the switch to fleet replacement…
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If your business offers online sales, you may have seen an influx of orders as customers seek alternatives to shopping in stores. Unfortunately, your sales potential is still limited in the online landscape if you can’t keep enough inventory in stock. Ramping up labor to fulfill orders may be another current challenge for your business….
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With growing uncertainty of USPS delivery timelines thanks to recent policy changes, you may be seeking alternative delivery solutions for remote medical care. Many Arizonans receive medications by mail, and a variety of patient samples and supplies need to be routinely transported between local medical facilities. Xcel Delivery can handle all the transportation needs of…
Read MoreLet’s face it: Shipping is a complex industry, and it requires mastery of a lot of different details. In order to ensure that deliveries are made in as timely and efficient a way as possible, you need to be able to balance any number of factors. If you are involved in the shipping business at…
Read MoreWhen it comes to shipping, it can be easy to feel out of the loop thanks to the different acronyms that you’ll encounter. Whether you work in the transportation industry or you simply need to place an order, memorizing the meaning of the most common acronyms can help you get your bearings. Here is an…
Read MoreRecently, COO Tim Cocchia was interviewed for the CLDA Spring Magazine about the impact of Covid-19. Here is an excerpt of the article and follow the link below to read more! Customized Logistics and Delivery Magazine After Covid Where we go from there “Now is a time to deepen relationships with your customers by demonstrating…
Read MoreLess-than-truckload (LTL) shipping is a term that is used for transporting small freight, generally items that weigh 150 pounds or less. If you are planning to transport LTL items, then you may be wondering how much it will cost. There are a few different factors that will affect how much you are charged for LTL…
Read MoreEvery day, Amazon ships millions of packages around the United States. The Seattle-based company, one of the most powerful and influential businesses in the world, is known for its emphasis on speedy delivery. However, it has been charged that Amazon’s focus on fast delivery has compromised its delivery drivers’ safety. Building a delivery empire Founded…
Read MoreXcel Delivery was recently featured as a “Success Story” in an OpenForce Article! Tim Cocchia, COO of Xcel Delivery, was featured discussing the impact OpenForce has made in the success of the business. Companies that utilize independent contractors (ICs) know the benefits usually outweigh the costs. But challenges do exist, whether you’re trying to track…
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