Distributing & Shipping Products

If your business needs to ship physical products to international customers, it’s essential that they get there quickly, safely, cost-effectively and, wherever possible, in an eco-friendly way.

There are a few things to bear in mind:

• Consider your minimum and maximum shipment sizes. Increased distances lead to increased costs and it is important to ensure that you will still be able to protect your profits.
• Identify the best mode of transport for your product to ensure it arrives safely, securely and on time.
• What would be the consequences of any delays in shipping? Are your products perishable or is there a specific reason why they might need to arrive within a certain time frame.
• It is also worth investigating whether other local companies are regularly shipping goods to your chosen market. A mutually beneficial partnership arrangement could lead to significant cost savings.
• Compare prices and conditions with transport companies / freight forwarders.
• Negotiate with clients regarding the frequency of delivery and minimum order quantities to ensure it is economically viable.