During CNY, giving gifts is a popular practice as households and businesses share well wishes and season’s greetings to appreciate people, partners and organisations. As such, this is the peak period for many businesses, particularly for those in the catering and gifting industries. Having a resilient supply chain is critical to make the most out of this period. Here are 5 reasons why Lalamove is the choice delivery solution for business owners during this key festive season.
1) Same-day Delivery And Speedy Service
On-demand delivery allow businesses to offer same-day delivery providing a coveted advantage over their competitors. This is where Lalamove stands out with its same-day delivery offering, delivering anything locally in 55 minutes. Using the Lalamove app or website, it is extremely convenient to book a delivery in only a few simple and fuss-free steps. In this world where speed and convenient fulfilment are key, this greatly expedites the time required for a product to reach the customer’s destination upon order confirmation. Moreover, businesses can also attract customers who appreciate the convenience of on-demand delivery especially when it comes to impulse purchases.
2) Operational Flexibility
Besides on-demand and same-day deliveries, Lalamove also accepts advance orders which is suitable for businesses which deal in bulk pre-orders. By utilizing the multi-stop delivery function which groups up to 19 orders in a single trip, businesses can serve more customers in a more efficient, synergistic and cost-competitive manner.
Another operational flexibility offered by Lalamove is in the range of products that can be shipped. Lalamove is able to deliver a wide range of products ranging from delicate flowers to bulky props and food items. More importantly, Lalamove has a fleet of refrigerated lorries that allow business owners to restock perishable goods anytime to ensure the freshest products on delivery.
3) Pay For Only What You Need
Adding to business owners’ operational flexibility is the ability to pay for what they need in terms of delivery vehicle. Lalamove has an extensive fleet of vehicles, ranging from motorcycles, cars, MPVs, vans and up to 14ft lorries. Their specifications and dimensions are all conveniently available on Lalamove’s website, allowing business owners to accurately gauge their transportation requirements before selecting the right solution to match their needs.
Moreover, with Lalamove offering island-wide delivery across the whole of Singapore, business owners no longer need to worry about the location of their customers while saving time and money.
4) Reduce Business Overheads
Lalamove doesn’t just help business owners increase their revenue by reaching out to a wider customer pool, they also help reduce fixed overheads. Business owners should recognize that with Lalamove, there is no need to invest in a fleet of commercial vehicles or hire driver partners on fixed salaries. Without these fixed costs, entrepreneurs can be reassured that their own businesses are more agile, have lower fixed overheads and able to react more nimbly to seasonal demand or economic conditions.
With Lalamove, business owners can deliver more during peak periods, especially relevant during periods such as this upcoming Chinese New Year, which will again see increased demand for logistics. Along the same vein, during quiet times, business can save more and need not worry about unused transportation capacity.
5) Trusted And Reliable
A reliable last-mile delivery partner is absolutely essential to the success of business operations. For business owners who often put in their best efforts to ensure that their products exceed customers’ expectations, it would be their worst nightmare if these products do not reach their customers on time or in the right conditions. Not to worry, Lalamove is here to ensure the last leg of business owners’ supply chains are as strong as they can be.
Lalamove’s driver partners are trained to ensure that customers’ deliveries are always in the best hands. Both business owners and customers can gain further peace of mind by tracking the deliveries via the Lalamove mobile app. This way, business owners avoid the hassles of misplaced goods, constant follow ups, items arriving in an undesirable state especially during peak periods like Chinese New Year.
With Chinese New Year around the corner, why not tap on a trusted partner such as Lalamove to deliver your goods? To sweeten the deal, here’s Lalamove’s Chinese New Year promotion – enjoy 2x 40% off* your deliveries for first-time users and 2x 30% off* for existing users from 2 to 11 January 2023. At a later date of 12 to 16 January 2023, new users get to enjoy 1x 40% off* deliveries. Visit Lalamove’s Chinese New Year promotion to find out more. T&C apply.