Local delivery costs, also known as last-mile delivery costs, refer to the costs incurred in delivering goods to the final buyer through local express companies in the destination country.
Delivery is the process in which the delivery clerk delivers the express to the buyer according to the waybill information and obtains the receipt information. It is also the last link of the overall logistics service, including the handover of goods, selection of delivery routes, verification of buyer identities, and reminders to customers to sign for the goods. Delivery services ensure that the goods are delivered to buyers quickly, accurately, and without error. At the same time, they also help express companies collect and feedback service information, which is an important opportunity to establish and maintain good relationships with customers. Generally, local delivery companies include FedEx DHL, UPS, local postal services, etc.
10.3.4 Warehousing management service costs
Warehousing management service costs are the sum of the storage and custody costs and management costs that enterprises should bear for storing a certain amount of goods. Specifically, they include: amortization of low-value consumables, repair and rental fees, employee expenses, lighting fees, storage and maintenance fees, transfer and handling fees, insurance premiums, management fees and other fees.
The fee standard is generally divided into off-season and peak season. The difference in price between off-season and peak season is the result of market regulation. Generally speaking, the storage fee in the second half of the year will be higher. Different companies charge for storage in different ways. Some companies charge by volume, some by weight, and some companies charge by a combination of volume and weight.