Consumer expectations are higher than ever. And they expect choices—especially when it comes to shipping options. Whether they shop online or in-store no longer matters, expectations remain the same.
What are 4 shipping options customers can choose from?
- Destination
Let your customer choose the final destination. Home delivery, in-store pickup, or even delivery to a locker or pickup point is standard. - Time
Customers want to choose how fast their goods should be delivered to them. Express delivery at an additional cost? Or slightly slower, but cheaper delivery? - Expected delivery date
As more people return to the office and begin traveling again, it will become more important to offer accurate delivery dates and times. - Sustainability
Customers want to be able to choose sustainable shipping options (such as bike delivery). And, make sure you inform them about the impact of different shipping options. A service point pickup / locker at their local supermarket might create fewer emissions than a home delivery. Allow them to make the choice.
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Author: Emma Dijkstra, Service Lead – Order Management, Emakina.NL