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Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by Palantir: 9:44am On Jun 25, 2020
Gharnew112:


Can you drop your WhatsApp please?

Send a pm or email.
Thanks
Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by GHAZELLECARGO: 12:15am On Jun 27, 2020
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Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by dynicmoi01: 9:45am On Jul 02, 2020
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Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by planbbiz(m): 9:31am On Jul 04, 2020
@Palantir
Palantir:


Send a pm or email.
Thanks


I sent you an email. How do I get your e-book please?


Thanks
Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by Palantir: 11:44am On Jul 06, 2020
planbbiz:
@Palantir


I sent you an email. How do I get your e-book please?


Thanks

Tried to reply your dm, but the email was returned.

Mail me at palantir.allseeing at zohomail dot com
Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by mzdessie(f): 5:59am On Jul 10, 2020
A Lagos based logistics company is urgently in need of a Dispatch Rider.

● Applicant must have 2-3years experience
● Applicant should reside within igando and it's axis
● Applicants must have a valid rider's card and must have good knowledge of Lagos roads.

Interested Applicant should call/whatsapp 09018272414
Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by AfroAgroPower: 7:15am On Jul 10, 2020
DealFinder:

Nigeria currently has about 90 million internet users, out of which half have carried out at least 1 online transaction within the past 12 months. A clear picture of the potentials in Ecommerce business and the growth prospects. This is even as the economy seems to be contracting due to fall in crude oil prices, and the crashing of the naira against the dollar.

Statistics like these have given rise to a number of Ecommerce businesses rising to service this growing market. Online retail stores and marketplaces are a common site, and anyone can mention some of them off the top of the head. With these come opportunities for other players in the sector, and one such opportunity is logistics.

It may surprise you to note that the bane of most Ecommerce stores is logistics. When you hear that an online store is downsizing, laying off staff, retrenching, the root cause most often is logistics. And it is always obvious in the way they eventually restructure their organization.

First it was Konga, where they separated K-express services from the Konga online stores. They had initially wanted merchants to pay before shipping their orders, but the negative response made them change their mind. Jumia used to do pick up from the merchants' location, but now you have to drop off in their warehouse closest to you. Dealdey had a warehouse where merchants supplied products ordered, but now it's a case of self fulfillment.

The list goes on and on. An experienced IT personnel once stated that if you can get logistics right, you'll do excellently in Ecommerce. There are huge prospects in Ecommerce logistics and delivery. I would like to highlight certain information required to get you started in this business, and if properly managed, will ensure financial success.

Logistics, simply, is the branch of business that deals with the management of procurement, distribution, inventory, maintenance and replacement of personnel, materials, information to achieve an organization's goal. It deals with all the actors and activities involved in getting products and services from a supplier to the consumer. It is also actively involved in the manufacturing and production processes.

However, logistics in Ecommerce does not include production, just the movement of products and services from the seller/ merchant to the buyer. It includes information/ communication with buyer, movement of products, inventory, cash handling, between the seller (or outsourced logistics/ delivery outfit) and the customer.

Logistics requires quite a substantial outlay of capital for equipment and man power, but a scaled down version can be started with less than N300,000. With this amount, you can buy or build a cargo bike, get mobile phone(s) for communication, stationery and other items needed for keeping your records.

With between N220k to N250k, you can get a good motorbike equipped with the plastic container to carry the products. Driving around Lagos is quite hectic, but with motorbikes, one can easily meander through the traffic. After the motorbike, the rider is the next most important factor to consider.

The rider is so important that the person you choose may make or mar the project. The rider has to be ready to work, conversant with Lagos cities, possess good phone manners (you'll have to train him), must be honest cause he'll handle cash, and also products.

You need at least 1 mobile phone for the rider to make contact with the buyers. If you're the one managing the outfit, you'll also need to be in constant touch with the rider in case the need arises. Other stationery can be acquired along the way. If you have more to invest, you can consider getting a space, computer, software and 1 or 2 more staff.

From my discussions on a logistics trainer/ consultant, it is possible to deliver an item anywhere in Lagos at the cost of N200. With the added benefit of delivering in volumes, this cost can be conveniently reduced as the cost would be spread out. If you have a smart and efficient rider, you can considerably reduce overhead expenses.

A typical Lagos delivery cost N500. The logistics outfit charges that much to deliver around the state. Some charge more to deliver at the extremes of Lagos eg. Ikorodu, Agege, Okoko, Alaba International. As a new entrant, you can maintain a flat rate of N500 for the time being.

Good places to get sellers who will use your service are Konga, Kaymu and Dealdey, where merchants are allowed to self fulfill. For instance, 2 of my stores sell an average 100 items monthly. The delivery outfit handling this just needs to get 9 more customers like this, and they're sure of about 1,000 deliveries monthly.

There's an arrangement with Dealdey, and the delivery company charges between N300 to N400 for 1kg delivered around Lagos. That translate to

1,000 (deliveries) X N300 (minimum delivery charge) = N300,000

monthly in revenue. Of course expenditures like fuel, oil, recharge cards, bike maintenance , rider's salary, miscellaneous will be deducted from revenue. If you're able to beat down cost efficiently, it's possible to go home with between N50,000 to N150,000 a month.

For your marketing, you have to devise creative ways to reach out to online merchants. You are only limited by your imagination.

Great one, OP.

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Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by vicsrael: 3:01pm On Jul 10, 2020
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Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by Prenario: 2:34pm On Jul 15, 2020
I stay in pH and I'm interested in starting and knowing more about delivery business, I'd need someone to put me through, preferably someone already in the business and with experience, thank you.
Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by Palantir: 5:19pm On Jul 16, 2020
Prenario:
I stay in pH and I'm interested in starting and knowing more about delivery business, I'd need someone to put me through, preferably someone already in the business and with experience, thank you.

I am willing to help you. Dm me and let's see how it goes.

I am interested in seeing the difference between Lagos and PH especially with regards to registrations and such.
Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by goryorhal(m): 7:11pm On Jul 20, 2020
Palantir:


I am willing to help you. Dm me and let's see how it goes.

I am interested in seeing the difference between Lagos and PH especially with regards to registrations and such.


Is it free ??

I’m also interested in starting a delivery business here in Lagos ...
Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by Palantir: 12:54pm On Jul 21, 2020
goryorhal:



Is it free ??

I’m also interested in starting a delivery business here in Lagos ...

Is it free? Well I am always willing to advice and discuss with others in the business with the intention of learning something myself. So I will respond to every mail.

But my book will give you everything you need to know to start up especially in Lagos.

Your choice.

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Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by deprinceAO: 1:19pm On Jul 22, 2020
Very interesting reading through all the threads and i must say am challenged to continue my business plan on logistics services but my concern now is this licencing of a thing. Offcuz i no there mustbe a regulatory bored but the money is way too much for starters like us that wants to start with maybe just one or two motorbikes and i must say is discouraging, pls guys for those already into the business is there any other way to go around this licencing matter especially in PH?
Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by Palantir: 8:20pm On Jul 22, 2020
deprinceAO:
Very interesting reading through all the threads and i must say am challenged to continue my business plan on logistics services but my concern now is this licencing of a thing. Offcuz i no there mustbe a regulatory bored but the money is way too much for starters like us that wants to start with maybe just one or two motorbikes and i must say is discouraging, pls guys for those already into the business is there any other way to go around this licencing matter especially in PH?

Have you asked around in PH for registration requirements? I'l like to know how different it is from Lagos.
Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by thoseen21(f): 8:41pm On Jul 22, 2020
I'm also interested in knowing more about the business. I'm based in Ogun state and really need advice on how to go about it
Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by demanuel(m): 10:43pm On Jul 22, 2020
deprinceAO:
Very interesting reading through all the threads and i must say am challenged to continue my business plan on logistics services but my concern now is this licencing of a thing. Offcuz i no there mustbe a regulatory bored but the money is way too much for starters like us that wants to start with maybe just one or two motorbikes and i must say is discouraging, pls guys for those already into the business is there any other way to go around this licencing matter especially in PH?
I can help write a Business plan for your logistics business.
Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by tboydbrave(m): 2:22pm On Jul 24, 2020
Hello,have read up this tread n I just started my dispatch business. Pls I want to know how to I go about advertising on social media platforms. Or how do I get customers general. Thanks.
Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by goryorhal(m): 9:55pm On Jul 24, 2020
tboydbrave:
Hello,have read up this tread n I just started my dispatch business. Pls I want to know how to I go about advertising on social media platforms. Or how do I get customers general. Thanks.


Can we talk via WhatsApp
Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by engrrichie92(m): 8:08am On Jul 30, 2020
pclever1:
Averagely N40,000

dispatch rider or the owner of the business
Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by engrrichie92(m): 12:09pm On Jul 31, 2020
Palantir:


Is it free? Well I am always willing to advice and discuss with others in the business with the intention of learning something myself. So I will respond to every mail.

But my book will give you everything you need to know to start up especially in Lagos.

Your choice.

Bros, is the 8 page document that has virtually nothing the ebook I paid for?

Please tell me that was a mistake and send me the right thing please

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Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by Fruit4me: 1:23pm On Aug 10, 2020
Good afternoon everyone, pls I’m planning on starting a logistic business, how to get the bike and what to do. Pls I need info. Thanks..
Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by Emmafly(m): 12:25am On Aug 12, 2020
Dear all,
I am now also into logistics/delivery of items within lagos state.
I do pick-up and delivery of any kind of bulky item, food stuff, technology equipment etc.
Also, I do Freelance Procurement/ Quotation / Market Escort/Tour Guide.
Therefore if you are anywhere within Nigeria and you need anything from Lagos or you need to get the price of a particular item, please call/whatsapp 08183549869, 08065434290.

Emmanuel.
Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by tboydbrave(m): 12:44am On Aug 24, 2020
goryorhal:



Can we talk via WhatsApp
Sure sir. Can I have your number?
Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by StephenAtir(m): 4:29pm On Sep 07, 2020
Is there no one in need of bikes?
Someone has bike can't he bring it to any of you and be getting returns?
I think that will mutually help everyone. Alot of you have two bikes and an increasing number of clientele.

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Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by joe10: 8:03pm On Sep 20, 2020
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Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by imhere: 9:38pm On Oct 12, 2020
Get all the facts about bike delivery business including regulations. And please subscribe to my youtube channel, thanks andGod bless.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vIkNwVKT5ng

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Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by Gharnew112(m): 9:40am On Oct 14, 2020
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Re: Starting Your Own Logistics/ Delivery Outfit With Less Than 300k by Nobody: 5:12pm On Nov 01, 2020
Gharnew112:
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