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Faizan
Getting a freight price comparison is so much easier these days compared to about a few years back. The increase in the number of couriers, forwarding companies, brokers, and other innovative logistics groups started many of the concepts that bring us the convenience we enjoy today. Of course, the application of the latest Internet technologies in the transportation and logistics business has helped tremendously.
You can still use the traditional way of calling each courier company or forwarder to ask for a price quote. But you now have the option of just going to the company's website to see if they have a facility where you can ask for an online freight quote.
Regardless of which method you'll use, prior to your calling or going to websites, you need to have the necessary shipment details with you. Generally, you'd need to know already the height, width, and depth of the package you'd want to ship. If you'll be calling them, they'll ask you all these details. If you'll be inquiring through the instant quote facilities on websites, you'll find that you need to fill in these details on the information sheet.
You'd also be asked what you'll be sending out. You'll definitely be asked about its value and if it's fragile. This is so the forwarder or courier would know how your item should be handled while in transit and valued for the marine insurance. You may also be asked what type of material or materials is the item made of, especially when you'll be asking for an international freight quote. There are countries that have very specific entries in their list of products that they do not allow to be imported into their territory. There are many items that are prohibited in almost all countries, simply because they are generally hazardous. But there are certain products that are not permitted in selected countries only, because they have their own policies that protect their trade, environment, etc.
Of course, you'd also need to supply the exact and correct address of destination. Giving an inaccurate address can most probably result to delayed delivery. It can even lead to the loss of your shipment. One thing that's sure is that it will waste some time and, maybe, money on your part.
Lastly, if there's something about the freight service or quote that you're unsure of, ask the company right away. This will help you have the most accurate quotes and compare which would be best for you.
You can still use the traditional way of calling each courier company or forwarder to ask for a price quote. But you now have the option of just going to the company's website to see if they have a facility where you can ask for an online freight quote.
Regardless of which method you'll use, prior to your calling or going to websites, you need to have the necessary shipment details with you. Generally, you'd need to know already the height, width, and depth of the package you'd want to ship. If you'll be calling them, they'll ask you all these details. If you'll be inquiring through the instant quote facilities on websites, you'll find that you need to fill in these details on the information sheet.
You'd also be asked what you'll be sending out. You'll definitely be asked about its value and if it's fragile. This is so the forwarder or courier would know how your item should be handled while in transit and valued for the marine insurance. You may also be asked what type of material or materials is the item made of, especially when you'll be asking for an international freight quote. There are countries that have very specific entries in their list of products that they do not allow to be imported into their territory. There are many items that are prohibited in almost all countries, simply because they are generally hazardous. But there are certain products that are not permitted in selected countries only, because they have their own policies that protect their trade, environment, etc.
Of course, you'd also need to supply the exact and correct address of destination. Giving an inaccurate address can most probably result to delayed delivery. It can even lead to the loss of your shipment. One thing that's sure is that it will waste some time and, maybe, money on your part.
Lastly, if there's something about the freight service or quote that you're unsure of, ask the company right away. This will help you have the most accurate quotes and compare which would be best for you.
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