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The DX Group has been supplying a courier service to the health sector since 1999. Now, the company has launched the use of handheld devices to improve the end-to-end delivery process. Established in 1975, DX Group is the UK’s leading independent specialist mail, courier and secure logistics company. In 1999, DX recognised a need in the health sector for a cost-effective and reliable next-day packaging and delivery service that catered to the needs of transporting biological specimens between hospitals and laboratories nationwide.

Over the past 10 years, DX has become recognised in the health sector as the specialist for delivering biological specimens. Offering next-day, pre-9.00 am delivery and a post-5.00 pm collection to and from a convenient exchange located within laboratories and hospitals, DX is able to help laboratory staff increase productivity by extending their working day.

Safe, professional and compliant
DX understands that the items being sent have a high intrinsic value. As such, all items are barcode-tracked with have a courier signature on delivery. For extra peace of mind, DX can email or fax the sender to confirm the items are out for delivery. This, combined with the knowledge that the service is inclusive of fully compliant packaging and the company’s stringent health and safety practices, ensures that DX is providing a safe, professional and compliant solution for the movement of biological samples for the health sector.

Security and efficiency
DX is the recommended and preferred supplier to the Health Protection Agency. Since the service started in the health sector in 1999, DX has looked to develop its systems and continue to add value. A key improvement launched recently is the use of handheld devices by DX couriers.

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