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Was your business affected by the Canada Post strike in late 2024? Don’t let future postal strikes or other disruptions slow you down again!
Sendle is committed to keep your business moving, so here’s how you can protect you and your customers against similar disruptions.
TL;DR
- Shipping may be back to normal for now, but disruptions can strike at any time.
- We want to keep your business moving, so we’re here to help you prepare early.
- Carrier diversification makes a good strategy for protecting your business against single carrier disruptions.
- Sendle offers simple, affordable, and reliable shipping that won't leave your parcels out in the cold.
Shipping disruptions can strike at any time, so being prepared is key
Shipping disruptions can happen when you least expect them, which may lead to delays that affect your business or lower customer fulfillment.
But here's the good news: you don’t have to wait for them to strike for you to take action. By being proactive and prepared, you can keep your business resilient and adaptable, sailing through potential challenges with minimal impact.
That’s when carrier diversification comes in.
Carrier diversification: The way to protect your business
Relying on a single carrier is risky. It can leave your business vulnerable to carrier disruptions like strikes or logistical delays, so diversification makes a good strategy. And there’s more in it for you:
1. Greater flexibility with more shipping options
Different carriers offer special services within specific areas—whether regional, same province, national, or shipping to the US—allowing you to optimize your delivery options based on customer location or priority.
For instance, some carriers offer options for rush orders, or cheaper options when time is less critical, so you can choose from different plans based on your needs and preferences.
2. Better rates for more savings
Diversifying your carrier mix gives you the most competitive rates for every parcel. You can compare options across multiple carriers; get the best price for the specific service you need; and avoid overpaying when more affordable options are available.
3. Less risk of disruptions
Having a diversified mix of carriers can give you backup options and resilience to external challenges, whether they’re caused by natural disasters, strikes, weather disruptions, busy seasons, etc.
4. More sustainability options
Sending with other carriers also allows you to choose other eco-friendly shipping options, which can enhance your brand and also help you connect with customers over shared values.
Spread the load with Sendle
Send your parcels with Sendle and get access to simple, affordable, and reliable shipping that won't slow down your business. Plus, every shipment is 100% carbon neutral, with lots of benefits intact:
- Free pickups
- Easy drop offs across 567 drop off locations across Canada
- Real-time tracking
- 24/7 support from real, friendly people
- Up to $100 cover against loss or damage
- No minimums, no hidden fees, no subscriptions required
- Easy-to-use dashboard for booking parcels
- Integrations with leading ecommerce and shipping platforms
A happy Sendler's take on it
~ Danial Hassan, Founder, Candy Paradise
The bottom line
Again, we’re not sure if another postal strike would take place in the coming months. But to help you stay on track of your business goals, we believe that discussing carrier diversification could help.
Sendle is here for you with a wide range of eco-friendly shipping options, offering more savings as you ship more. Create your free Sendle account now (if you haven’t already) to experience shipping on the bright side.