What does “queuing” mean during the peak season for international express delivery?

The phenomenon of "queuing" during the peak season of international express delivery refers to the situation where some goods cannot be processed or transported immediately due to the surge in the volume of goods during the peak season and the limited network processing capacity of international express delivery companies, and can only wait for arrangements in the warehouse.

Specifically, the phenomenon of queuing is usually manifested as follows:

1. Cargo backlog: During the peak season, due to the sharp increase in the number of goods, the warehouses and processing centers of international express delivery companies may face the problem of cargo backlog. The time for goods to wait for processing in the warehouse is extended, affecting the overall transportation efficiency.

2. Transportation delay: Due to the backlog of goods, some goods may not be transported according to the original planned time. This may cause the customer to receive the goods later, affecting customer satisfaction and trust.

3. Increased costs: The phenomenon of queuing not only increases the storage cost, but also may incur additional transportation costs due to transportation delays. For example, the goods need to pay storage fees while waiting in the warehouse, and transportation delays may result in the need to pay more transportation fees.

The main reasons for the warehouse queue phenomenon include:

1. The volume of goods in the peak season surges: During certain periods, such as holidays and shopping festivals, consumer shopping demand increases significantly, resulting in a surge in the volume of goods for international express companies.

2. Limited network processing capacity: Although international express companies will try their best to improve network processing capacity, during the peak season, due to the sharp increase in the volume of goods, the processing capacity and transportation capacity may still not be able to meet the demand.

3. The warehouse queue phenomenon will have a certain impact on both the shipper and the consignee. In order to cope with the challenges of peak season delivery, it is recommended that the shipper understand the market conditions in advance, choose the appropriate delivery channel and express company, and plan the delivery time in advance. At the same time, it is also possible to consider establishing a long-term cooperative relationship with the express company to obtain better service and guarantee.

For the consignee, if the goods encounter warehouse queues during transportation, it is recommended to contact the express company in time to understand the transportation progress and estimated arrival time of the goods so as to make corresponding arrangements and preparations.