Local courier services help business succeed

July 1 2013

When most consumers think about business shipping, they immediately turn toward the big boys of the United States Postal Service, FedEx and UPS, While the reasons for that certainly make sense, these are by no means the only or most effective ways that companies can handle their shipping needs.

In many instances there are local logistics and courier services that can become a better alternative for success. A recent article from the Times Argus profiled a couple of Vermont shipping companies that have found a way to stay competitive in a changing landscape. The businesses only operate in the Vermont area and have gone through numerous changes to keep themselves relevant.

First off, those using courier services have changed as companies like law firms and ad agencies have gone more digital. However, other companies that send food, flowers and medical supplies have started to flood the market. Executives from the companies also mentioned offering different services from the larger competition.

"FedEx and UPS don't really compete with us because our niche is same-day delivery versus FedEx's overnight, next day, two day, three day, five day," Matt Kozlowski, the vice president of one of the companies said. "So our niche and how we stay competitive is by providing this same-day delivery, which they don't."

Vermont is far from the only state that has a has courier services like these. In Northeastern Ohio, Reliable Runners Courier Service is one such company that can help any organization meet their local shipping and logistics needs.