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How to get delivery confirmation with a closed merchant
How to get delivery confirmation with a closed merchant Closed. It is the first thing a courier notices when arriving at a pickup location. The lights are off and the open sign is dark. Not only is this confusing, but also it’s a pretty solid snafu. Somewhere along the way there was a miscommunication. One…
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Real world verification of GPS locations for delivery pros
Real world verification of GPS locations for delivery pros. Follow the pin. It’s incredibly easy to get into that mode. In fact, GPS navigation systems are more accurate than ever. Not to mention incredibly detailed. It’s possible to become so accustomed to following the pin, that landmarks and street signs feel obsolete. And what about…
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Detours and road closures for better route selection
Detours and road closures for better route selection The best plans take plenty of research for optimum results. The same can be said for route selection. It takes research to find an optimum route. Even with years of traveling the same roads, route selection is still a major component of timely delivery. GPS improvements and…
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Extreme weather delivery and choosing the best route
Extreme weather delivery and choosing the best route The best route isn’t always the shortest one. Likewise, the best delivery isn’t always the one with a large tip. However, that doesn’t mean larger tips aren’t great. Furthermore, shorter routes are always a benefit in a delivery. Couriers look for the quickest path because the key…
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The fast track to show time – Tales of the Courier
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The one way ticket – Tales of the Courier
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Better reviews and ratings with a focus on the basics
Better reviews and ratings with a focus on the basics It takes time to develop a good reputation. And it takes even more time to develop a trustworthy one. This can be especially true for couriers. Many couriers, whether on a crew or running solo, are running in familiar zones. Familiar zones lead to familiar…
