Logistics Glossary

Get to know the vital terms of Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Delivery Order

Introduction

A delivery order (DO) refers to a special document that indicates that a specific person or company may take goods from a warehouse or a port. It serves as evidence that the person holding it can pick up the shipment on behalf of the end receiver or the ultimate beneficiary.

What is a Delivery Order?

The delivery order is usually given by the shipping line, freight forwarder, or carrier upon delivery of the shipment at the identified destination. It means it holds valuable information like the shipment’s description, the receiver’s details, and the place where the shipment is expected to be collected. The particular document is significant when passing goods from the carrier to the authorized person.

Key Information on a Delivery Order

A delivery order typically includes

Details of the Consignee: Details of the official person or an organization that is authorized to make the report.

Cargo Information: label – the items’ description, weight, and quantity.

Pickup Location and Date: Regulates under what conditions and where the recipient can take the cargo.

Authorization: Authorization stamp or signature, to permit or authorize the pickup of the consignment.

Why is the Delivery Order Important?

Since the signed delivery order is most likely to be made by the buyer, the warehouse or port authority will not release the goods without the delivery order. It keeps the cargo within reach and only released to the right person to prevent cases of people picking the cargo without legal authority. This document can also be used to prove that the shipment has been delivered to the right person thereby minimizing cases of disagreement and hold up.

Conclusion

The delivery order is an essential document in the supply chain since it grants the right to pick up cargo. It makes certain that the cargo is delivered to the correct person or company legally and physically, the final step in the process of shipment.

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