As the festive season approaches, the familiar chaos of holiday preparations descends with crowded malls, bustling traffic, and the rush to secure gifts and plan celebrations. While this surge in activity spells good news for businesses, the heightened demand brings its own set of challenges. Three savvy business owners — Aguirre Office Furniture, Bloomingails.ph, and Etiquetta PH — are unveiling their strategies to conquer the holiday rush.
Aguirre Office Furniture: Streamlining Operations with Lalamove
Aguirre Office Furniture, a nationwide provider of office solutions, experienced a substantial uptick in orders and inquiries starting as early as October, leading to a 50% increase in demand during the holiday season. Ken Arocena, the Chief Financial Officer, acknowledged the need for additional resources to manage this surge, particularly in dealing with potential shipping delays and customer expectations.
Arocena revealed their solution lies in leveraging Lalamove, citing its diverse services and cost-effectiveness as crucial factors in meeting customer commitments. The CFO also shared a valuable “secret hack:” utilizing Lalamove’s multiple booking feature to minimize logistics costs and efficiently dispatch orders to various locations simultaneously.
Bloomingails.ph: Early Preparations and Strategic Deliveries
Bloomingails.ph, a renowned flower shop in Manila, faces heightened demand for festive items such as fresh mini pine trees, wreaths, and Christmas centerpieces. Abigail Ang-Santander, the CEO, emphasized the importance of meticulous inventory management and early order dispatch to ensure seamless deliveries.
To address time-sensitive deliveries, Bloomingails.ph heavily relies on Lalamove. Ang-Santander highlighted the app’s ability to book multiple drops and vehicles, ensuring timely deliveries. The CEO praised Lalamove for providing trusted partner drivers, essential for the careful and courteous delivery of items despite the challenges posed by heavy traffic.
Etiquetta PH: Anticipating Challenges and Streamlining with Lalamove
Etiquetta PH, a souvenir shop, adopts a proactive approach to the holiday season by encouraging customers to book in advance. CEO Ria San Juan-Gumaru emphasized the importance of early promotions and scheduled pickups to counteract potential logistics challenges, including delays in raw material deliveries and shipping orders.
San Juan attested to Lalamove’s reliability during peak seasons, noting the app’s user-friendly interface and efficient scheduling capabilities. The CEO applauded Lalamove’s extensive fleet of delivery vehicles for providing flexibility, allowing Etiquetta PH to adapt to the dynamic demands of the holiday rush.
“Supporting the needs of the micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) is always a priority for Lalamove, especially during this time of year. Our platform is here to make the holiday season easier for our business owners, one delivery at a time,” said Djon Nacario, Lalamove Philippines Managing Director.
Business owners can take a cue from the successful strategies employed by Aguirre Office Furniture, Bloomingails.ph, and Etiquetta PH. By embracing the logistics tactics facilitated by Lalamove, these entrepreneurs have not only navigated the challenges of the holiday rush but have also ensured a seamless and efficient season for their businesses. As the demand continues to rise, these delivery hacks serve as valuable insights for others looking to optimize their operations during the festive season. With Lalamove as a trusted delivery partner in Luzon and Cebu, businesses can confidently meet customer expectations and thrive in the midst of the holiday hustle.