Smart Directions
Berkhamsted, United Kingdom
- Founded
- 2007
- Headquarters
- United Kingdom
- Facilities
- 1
About Smart Directions
Smart Directions Limited is a United Kingdom third-party logistics provider and freight forwarder based at Unit 4 River Park Industrial Estate, Billet Lane, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire HP4 1HL, positioned within minutes of the M25. The company was formed in 2007 by two friends facing redundancy and employs 13 people serving clients…
Smart Directions Limited is a United Kingdom third-party logistics provider and freight forwarder based at Unit 4 River Park Industrial Estate, Billet Lane, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire HP4 1HL, positioned within minutes of the M25. The company was formed in 2007 by two friends facing redundancy and employs 13 people serving clients domestically and internationally. Smart Directions combines freight forwarding with e-commerce fulfilment and warehousing. Freight services cover sea freight on both full container and less than container load terms for import and export, air freight, road freight, rail freight, express road freight, and same day and next day delivery across the United Kingdom and Europe. The fulfilment operation handles order receipt, processing, picking, packing, dispatch and returns, and supports multi channel selling across a client's own website, Amazon and referral marketplaces. Additional services include customs clearance for imports and exports, time sensitive deliveries, and the handling of hazardous goods such as aerosols, lithium batteries, infectious substances, fireworks, dry ice, petrol powered machinery, lighters and paint. Clients access shipment tracking and fulfilment stock levels through the company's online portals, and Smart Directions publishes a fuel surcharge tracker and global holiday calendar as customer resources.
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Smart Directions Limited is a United Kingdom third-party logistics provider and freight forwarder based at Unit 4 River Park Industrial Estate, Billet Lane, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire HP4 1HL, positioned within minutes of the M25. The company was formed in 2007 by two friends facing redundancy and employs 13 people serving clients domestically and internationally. Smart Directions combines freight forwarding with e-commerce fulfilment and warehousing. Freight services cover sea freight on both full container and less than container load terms for import and export, air freight, road freight, rail freight, express road freight, and same day and next day delivery across the United Kingdom and Europe. The fulfilment operation handles order receipt, processing, picking, packing, dispatch and returns, and supports multi channel selling across a client's own website, Amazon and referral marketplaces. Additional services include customs clearance for imports and exports, time sensitive deliveries, and the handling of hazardous goods such as aerosols, lithium batteries, infectious substances, fireworks, dry ice, petrol powered machinery, lighters and paint. Clients access shipment tracking and fulfilment stock levels through the company's online portals, and Smart Directions publishes a fuel surcharge tracker and global holiday calendar as customer resources.
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Smart Directions has warehouse locations in the United Kingdom.
| Location | Country |
|---|---|
| Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire | United Kingdom |
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Smart Directions Capabilities
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Fulfillment types
The fulfillment models Smart Directions runs, from direct-to-consumer to marketplace and wholesale.
- DTC FulfillmentOnline orders shipped straight to consumers
- Returns ProcessingInbound returns inspected and restocked
Value added services
Extra services Smart Directions performs on your inventory beyond pick, pack, and ship.
- Air FreightFreight ConsolidationInternational Trade ServicesLogistics - Domestic (FTL & LTL)Next Day DeliveryOcean FreightRail FreightRoad FreightSame Day DeliveryTracking
Specialty solutions
Specialized programs and product handling Smart Directions is set up for.
Smart Directions Technology and Integrations
The warehouse management system Smart Directions works with.
Warehouse management system
The software Smart Directions runs its warehouse on: receiving, inventory, picking, and shipping.
Smart Directions Shipping and Support
Carriers Smart Directions ships with and how its team supports brand clients.
Carriers
The parcel and postal carriers Smart Directions ships orders with.
DPD
FedEx
TNT
UPS
Support channels
How brand clients reach Smart Directions's team day to day.
- Phone Support
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Smart Directions Pricing
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What a 3PL quote covers
- ReceivingUnloading and checking inbound stock
- StorageCharged per pallet, bin or shelf, per month
- Pick and packUsually a base order fee plus a per item fee
- Kitting and assemblyBundles, inserts and retail displays
- Returns processingInspection, restocking or disposal
- ShippingCarrier rates, often at the provider's negotiated pricing
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Smart Directions FAQs
What does Smart Directions do?
Smart Directions is a logistics company based in Berkhamsted. It offers full container (FCL) or part container (LCL) services for import and export, air freight, rail freight, road freight and customs clearance, alongside an ecommerce fulfilment service.
Does Smart Directions offer ecommerce fulfilment?
Yes. Smart Directions offers an ecommerce fulfilment service, and fulfilment clients log in through Mintsoft.
What road freight does Smart Directions offer?
Smart Directions offers road freight for domestic and cross-border delivery, from full trailer loads to part-load consignments, with groupage as a further option.
Does Smart Directions handle customs clearance?
Yes. Smart Directions offers customs clearance services alongside its air freight and its full container (FCL) or part container (LCL) services for import and export.
Which carriers does Smart Directions use?
Carriers Smart Directions uses include DPD, FedEx, TNT and UPS.
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