Choosing a reliable logistics services provider means not only a stable business relationship, but also a gives you a mind relief while exploring new business in a foreign country. Yet how to find a suitable and reliable freight forwarder remains a headache for quite a few companies.

Here are 3 steps that might help you to select your logistics services provider:

1. Background checking.

Background checking includes qualification checking, which can be looked up in certain websites, ie. NOVCC qualification, WCA member, etc. Apart from qualifications and certifications, take a look at the company’s website for more details, contact information, company staff, history, etc.

2. Logistics knowledge checking

While looking at the website, note down the contact info. as you will need it to make further connection to verify information collected so far. Write an email to the company’s public email requesting for the proper contact point, state your current situation and have further email exchange with the person you connected to. These discussions over your current situation helps you have a glance at the company’s expertise.

3. Case study

Ask the person to provide at least 2 cases similar to your situation and generally illustrate the cases. Through cases illustration, now you have a general picture of the company and their expertise.

Last by not least, you can’t be too careful when choosing a new logistics services provider, get a quotation, consult with your resources on details that relates to your needs.

Congrats, if you are still staying with this article, you’ve now have a general idea of how to locate a reliable logistics for your new regions business. Good luck and good day.