The Solution
After hearing about Service Objects in 2008, and exploring its features, Havertys integrated DOTS Address Validation - US into its point-of-sale system. "Frankly, it sounded too good to be true," Clary said. "And to be honest, we held on to our old mailing software for some time before really accepting that Service Objects address validation service was so much better."
Today, Havertys validates more than 50,000 addresses per month across 120 locations using DOTS Address Validation. In addition, Havertys has also integrated other Service Objects services including DOTS Address Geocode and DOTS Email Validation to further enhance location-based details and direct customer communications.
The Result
Services Objects' address and email validation APIs have allowed Havertys to improve delivery efficiency dramatically, which is important both from an operational and customer service perspective. Having correct addresses prevents unnecessary delays and costs while allowing for more efficient routing and exact delivery times.
Havertys' proprietary FollowMyTruck technology is a sophisticated website-based tracking tool that pulls correct, properly geocoded customer address data, blends it with routing software, and connects to customers via their validated email addresses. Rather than expecting customers to wait around during a four-hour window of time for a delivery, FollowMyTruck is able to provide exact delivery times and access to real-time updates. On delivery day, each customer receives an email containing a link to the FollowMyTruck app where they can find out exactly when the delivery truck will arrive, as well as see where the truck is during their route on delivery day.
"FollowMyTruck has been great for customer service, and our customers share positive feedback daily. We’ve been able to use the Service Objects data validation tools in ways we never originally expected," said Clary.
Client Feedback
"Service Objects sets the gold standard. It is very professionally run with the highest of standards."
"Implementing an address validation solution wasn't a decision we took lightly, especially because it had to go through our point of sale system. Through years of reliable service, it has been a fantastic decision. Everything just works. Service Objects delivers."
About Havertys
Havertys (NYSE: HVT and HVT.A), established in 1885, is a full-service home furnishings retailer with 118 showrooms in 16 states in the Southern and Midwestern regions providing its customers with a wide selection of quality merchandise in middle to upper-middle price ranges. Havertys has paid a cash dividend in each year since 1935. Additional information is available on the company’s website, www.havertys.com
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