How can I receive parcels cheaply and safely?

In recent years, and especially due to the popularity of online shopping, parcel shipping has gained unprecedented importance.

For businesses and customers, and for all of us, to some extent, as citizens, this has inevitably generated dilemmas. As we will see, however, it is also this context that has led to the need to seek new solutions and to the development of unique possibilities.

In this article, we will explore the advantages of an approach that is becoming increasingly popular and, we believe, will become the model of the future.

InPost Pack Points and Lockers

InPost is the European leader in the parcel shipping, specializing in non-home deliveries through the use of collection points. The parcel is sent to one of these points, where it can then be picked up.

We have the most extensive European network of this type, with more than 2000 points in Portugal, so that you can always be sure to find one near you, in a convenient location.

They are divided into two types: the Pack Point and the Locker. Pack Points are usually conventional street shops, such as florists, newsagents, etc., in partnership with InPost, where you can pick up the parcel after receiving the collection alert and with a comfortable 8-day period to do so, during the store's opening hours. As for Lockers, they are automatic lockers, available 24 hours a day, where the parcel can be picked up independently by the recipient.

Greater efficiency

One of the biggest problems with conventional home deliveries is their inefficiency. Most delays, mistakes and difficulties occur in the final stage of the journey, the so-called last mile.

The Pack Point and Locker approach, however, makes it possible to avoid these complications: transport itself is carried out through well-established routes and at off-peak times, eliminating, among other things, problems related to traffic and the need to coordinate with the person receiving the parcel.

The result is a more agile and more efficient service, both in terms of meeting deadlines, and in terms of prices (you can check here our rates). This strategy has also helped reduce the number of failed deliveries.

Convenience and security

One of the biggest reasons for the growing popularity of non-home parcel shipping is its convenience and flexibility for the person receiving the parcel. Instead of having to wait at home, you can simply go at the time that is most convenient for you to the point of your choice to collect it.

One of our main priorities is to ensure the security of shipping. Lockers, because they are available 24 hours a day, are robustly built and monitored by a system of cameras and lights.

A shipping tracking system always available allows you to stay up to date with the parcel's location. This feature provides greater transparency to the shipping process and gives peace of mind to senders and recipients.

Finally, we should mention that this model also simplifies the return process, which can also be done through a Pack Point or Locker, an option especially useful for those who shop online.

Environmental awareness

The inefficiency associated with the last mile also translates into the amount of pollution generated: the growth in the number of parcel deliveries has resulted in urgent environmental problems, as well as infrastructure wear and tear.

Non-home delivery, which has already been recommended by studies as a solution to these problems, makes it possible to significantly reduce the carbon dioxide emissions generated. It is thus a much more sustainable and ecological approach to parcel shipping.

Additionally, by locating collection points in shops, it has been a source of support for local commerce.

Conclusion

Non-home delivery is establishing itself and becoming increasingly popular as an effective, safe, convenient and sustainable approach to parcel shipping, especially suited to the modern world and to the logistics of digital commerce.

Take advantage of the potential of this strategy in your own purchases or shipments. Visit our website to find out more about us and try the advantages of the InPost service for yourself.