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Choosing the right courier companies can sometimes be a bit of a nightmare but it doesnt have to be.  There is a huge amount of choice and large variations in cost and service levels.

1. This can lead some businesses to just stick with the same courier (domestic and/or international) for years on end even though they could more than likely get better rates and better service by moving their courier outsourcing elsewhere.   Too many companies tend to put up with service failures and questionable rates on a better the devil we know basis.

 Indeed some companies are often simply too bewildered by the myriad choices out there or simply do not have the time available to research the many other suppliers in any detail.  All of these factors combined with the fact that they may have had their fingers burnt by changing to not so good suppliers before and the fact that there are lots of other bigger ticket items in terms of procurement where larger savings can be made, means that many companies are getting short changed by the courier companies who obviously are simply looking to take advantage of this neglect and charge the most they think they can get away with.

 Although your companies courier services may not feel like a big strain on the budget, even small companies can easily spend up to £1,000 per month on these essential services.  On this basis savings of 30% can amount to £3,600 per year!

 There are consultants out there that can help companies to navigate through the myriad options when it comes to sourcing a new (and better) courier service. With time spent researching and evaluating the courier market, consultants are often in a much better position to offer independent expert advice on which of these courier companies are truly the most competitive on price and which are truly passionate about customer service.

 What is more a courier consultancy service is usually free and without obligation.   Should you decide not to go with the recommendation of the consultant you dont lose out on anything because you do not pay them for their services.

 With the help of a courier consultant changing courier services doesnt have to be a nightmare, and you might find that your next question is when shall we change courier company?