subject: Can Bay Area Couriers Schedule A Pickup On The Same Day You Call For Service? [print this page] Like it or not, quick action is often required of businesses in the San Francisco area. Most of the time, a business will use a Bay Area courier to deliver packages on a regular schedule, with orders frequently being placed days or weeks in advance. However, last minute orders are also common, though sometimes unpredictably so.
Time-sensitive documents may require same-day pick up and/or overnight shipping. Also, emergencies, though less common, need immediate attention as well. And as much as businesses hate to admit it, sometimes mistakes are made that need correcting in a hurry. Shortages and overages can affect the undulating shipping needs of a company, and when this happens, it is of utmost importance to use a Bay Area courier who is known to be reliable in this situation. Therefore, if you are wondering as to whether your courier service can offer same-day pickup, you need to find out before you are in that bind. It could be that since you have stumbled upon this information, that that is already the case.
The good news is, same-day pickup is not only possible, but probably; if you are using the right service. Visit websites of local couriers, or just call around. There are some excellent shipping companies available that can be depended on in a pinch; even during holiday or inclement weather. Knowing your courier's reputation and track record can save you (and your client) from undue headaches, particularly when some mishap occurs and you need help, pronto. Inquire with any potential courier and find out their policies regarding same-day pickup, what fees you can expect, and what exclusions there are to their policy, if any.
If you simply have to pay that extra fee that you wouldn't ordinarily, don't sweat it. If you have a normally scheduled pickup and this cannot accommodate your needs, remember that is probably not a large price to pay for a service that can potentially save your business reputation, even if it's in a small way. In today's tight economy and ultra-competitive business world, the little things often make the difference. Clients look for business who can react well under pressure, and who have a good reputation for being efficient and reliable. If you work with a courier who is known for these things, chances are good that those qualities will be passed onto you, at least in the eyes of your customer.
