In a number of areas in Germany, parcel courier DHL is testing parcel delivery with out printed labels. As an alternative, clients in these areas can put a handwritten bundle ID on the field. That is solely relevant to parcels which are dropped off at drop-off areas.
The German logistics firm has despatched an e-mail to clients in regards to the pilot. It’s known as ‘Taken and not using a printer’. It’s unclear wherein areas the pilot is happening, however eligible clients will obtain an e-mail in regards to the alternative to take part.
Shopping for an ID on-line
Prospects should purchase a bundle ID on-line by way of DHL On-line Franking. The PAK-ID then must be written on the parcel. If it’s a returning bundle, clients want to purchase a RET-ID and write that on prime of the bundle.
‘The supply individual prints out a delivery label primarily based on the bundle ID.’
With this pilot, DHL appears to wish to make delivery extra handy for patrons. After selecting up the parcel, the supply individual will print out a delivery label primarily based on the ID. The bundle will then be taken from storage for additional delivery.
At storage areas
The packages must be dropped off at DHL drop-off factors. Because of this the service doesn’t work for pick-ups at house. If clients want to hand over the bundle in individual, they’ll use a cell bundle stamp (or QR code), to save lots of themselves of getting to print a label. This service has been out there for an extended time.
