Waterfield Designs Launches Same-Day Delivery In San Francisco

E-Retailers all across the US are implementing more business strategies focusing on same-day delivery. It use to be far from attainable, however, now it is being tested and proven to work within certain demographics. Online business is increasing at a fast pace and opening wide the door to increase sales for the companies that can offer it. WaterField Designs is one of those companies that has decided to jump on board and provide same-day delivery.

The PR Web reported the WaterField Designs has launched its’ same-day delivery service in San Francisco. The manufacturer will be offering the service locally via Metro Post delivery. Metro Post is a US Postal Service company. The cost for local same-day delivery will be $8. The low price is sure to attract customers. Orders will be taken via the company’s retail site sfbags.com. With this option, Waterfield will deliver all in-stock items ordered before 1:00 pm between 4:00 and 8:00pm the same day.

Customer will be alerted within 24 hours if a product is out-of -stock. With Metro Post being a USPS service, all size and weight restrictions will be the same. Another great feature Waterfield will provide is a delivery notification via the USPS track and confirm tool. Customers will have the convenience of receiving this type of update, especially because it is same-day delivery. This type of delivery may be time-sensitive for the customer, therefore, it is a plus for the new service. Customers will be able to call Metro Post for any delivery issues or changes.

Waterfield appears to be excited about their new same-day delivery. Waterfield owner Gary Waterfield stated in the report, "Sometimes you see something online and you want to wear it tomorrow. Now you can do that here in San Francisco with WaterField Designs. And, buying online saves both time and money—no high retail markups when you purchase directly from our online store. San Franciscans are going to love this service." The company was awarded 7x7 Magazine's Favorite Small Business Award this year for its' ability to provide service innovation. This level of service shows Waterfield definitely is a trailblazer in the bag industry.

Waterfield will have their laptop sleeves, bags and other digital gear at the doorstep of its’ customers in no time. Other retailers, such as Wal-Mart, eBay, Amazon, and more, are also testing some form of same-day delivery in San Francisco. Even Macy’s, BestBuy and Target are testing the service as well. It is definitely a service that e-retailers are viewing as the delivery system of the future. This level of service will be pivotal in working out any delivery issues before the holiday season arrives as well.

Waterfield is just one example of how same-day delivery can impact an online company’s ability to market and promote itself to customers. It creates a competitive advantage for any e-retailer. Same-day couriers like A-1 Express can partner with Waterfield or any e-retailer, to create a courier logistics solution to meet its’ same-day delivery needs. A-1 Express also has a national footprint, which makes it easier to implement a delivery solutions.

Reference: 7.9.13, PR Web, Waterfield designs same-day delivery service within San Francisco via US Postal Service’s Metro Post