Express courier. Direct.
Also overnight.
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Cost-effective on-call blocks for SMEs
On-call blocks bundle recurring courier trips into a prepaid or subscription package. SMEs get lower unit costs, predictable spend and simpler billing for local direct and overnight courier services.
Quick answer
On-call blocks (Abrufkontingente) bundle several courier trips into a package with a fixed number of trips, kilometres or hours. For Swiss SMEs this lowers unit costs, makes monthly expenses predictable and reduces admin work for recurring direct or overnight transports. Booking sizes are flexible, billing can be prepaid or monthly, and the model fits regular runs between sites, to suppliers or to customer locations.
What is an on-call block?
An on-call block is a package with a set number of trips, kilometres or hours for courier services. SMEs buy the block upfront or subscribe. Individual transports are drawn from the block as needed. This reduces booking steps and stabilises per-trip costs.
Common models and booking sizes
Common options: number-of-trips packages (e.g. 10/20/50 trips), kilometre blocks (e.g. 500/1'000 km) or time blocks (e.g. hours per month). Small businesses often choose 10–30 trips. Medium SMEs benefit from 50+ trips or fixed monthly hours.
Billing options: prepaid vs subscription
Prepaid: pay the block before use. Benefit: clear cost control and lower unit prices. Subscription: monthly renewal and invoicing. Benefit: continuous availability without advance cash outlay. Providers may allow rollover of unused units or flexible top-ups.
How SMEs save in practice
Volume discounts lower the price per trip. Admin savings come from fewer bookings and standardized invoicing. Other gains: fixed pricing instead of variable tariffs and shorter lead times to secure a vehicle. Example: a single-trip rate of CHF 120 can drop to CHF 95 in a 20-trip block, saving CHF 500 over 20 trips versus single-booking.
Use cases for Swiss SMEs
Typical uses: - Inter-branch deliveries in Zurich, Basel or Geneva - Spare parts runs for manufacturers in central Switzerland - Sample or document transfers to labs and authorities - Sample deliveries to customers locally On-call blocks make these tasks predictable and budget-friendly.
How to choose the right block
Review your monthly average volume. Pick a booking size with a small buffer. Check terms: rollover, term length, cancellation rules and service area (national or regional). Request consumption reports for accounting and if needed, efficiency data.
Frequently asked questions
How long do on-call blocks last?
Durations vary. Typical terms are one month, three months or 12 months. Confirm the validity before you buy.
Can I top up if I exceed the block?
Yes. Most providers offer top-ups or single bookings at the standard rate. Some offer discounted top-up packs.
Are blocks regional or national?
That depends on the provider. Many blocks are usable nationwide within Switzerland, some are limited to regions like Greater Zurich. Check the service area.
How does a block simplify billing?
It centralises billing: services are debited from the block and monthly reports show consumption and remaining credit.