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Among the things to confirm when sending goods through a shipping company is the shipping time estimate.
It is the estimated time for the goods to be sent from their initial point to their destination based on distance, duration, and fleet.
Delivery estimates are informed to the customers based on distance and type of shipping service.
Generally, at least two types of service are offered based on the shipping speed. They are instant delivery (where goods are delivered on the same day) and regular delivery (which takes 3-4 business days).
The shipping company should ensure the shipping estimates are correct. Such estimates become even more important when the goods are perishable, such as foods with expiration dates.
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There are two factors behind shipping speed, namely:
Types of delivery service. You can choose same-day or next-day delivery. Alternatively, you can use a regular delivery service, which takes 2-3 days.
Destination. Premium services, such as same-day or next-day delivery, are often provided only in limited areas.
The further the distance, the higher the cost. Poor transportation access and long distances often result in a longer time to reach the recipient.
Fleet options and volume of goods also determine the shipping estimates.
Choose a fleet vehicle which can carry a huge number of goods, such as a truck, train, aeroplane, and ship. Each of them has advantages and disadvantages and has different costs.
Before using a delivery service, choose a reputable company to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of shipping with its vehicle.
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Choose a reputable and credible logistics company, such as SELOG. As a business line of PT Serasi Autoraya, or SERA, SELOG has extensive experience in the logistics and shipping industry.
SELOG is here to serve the needs of customers in end-to-end logistics through a series of diverse services, such as Contract Logistics, Shipping Services, Shipping Agency, Freight Forwarding, Warehouse and Yard Management, and Courier Services.
We also provide domestic shipping and distribution services using good sea transportation modes, focusing on automotive cargo shipping, small heavy equipment industry, and other general cargo.
We also offer shipping services in collaboration with S5 Agency World, the biggest shipping agency in Asia.
For heavy equipment and other cargo, we provide domestic shipping services with various transportation modes with the guarantee of being safe, on time, and with zero defects.
For your supply chain needs, we also offer goods management and storage services. We have a Warehouse Management System (WMS), which allows continuous tracking of receipt, pickup, delivery and handling of goods, damaged goods, and completed orders.
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WMS also allows customers to monitor inventory in real-time. In addition, SELOG also provides additional services of inbound and outbound transportation to ensure that the goods arrive safely without any damage.
SELOG services are also supported by cutting-edge digital technology, which makes customers’ businesses easier, more effective, and more efficient.
With its Astra Fleet Management Solution (FMS), SELOG provides businesses in Indonesia with IT-based comprehensive solutions for managing fleet vehicles.
For more information about SERA and its services, including SELOG, go to https://www.sera.astra.co.id/.