Last-minute logistics references — fast turnaround for urgent placements

How RefAssure achieves faster logistics reference turnaround

The speed of any reference depends primarily on how quickly the referee responds. RefAssure maximises response speed through three mechanisms. First, the reference request is sent instantly on setup — there is no internal processing delay between setup and referee contact. Second, SMS chasing runs alongside email — referees who would defer an email frequently respond to an SMS notification immediately. Third, the referee response experience is frictionless — no login required, works on mobile, completes in under 5 minutes — removing the friction that causes referees to defer responding until they have more time. Most RefAssure logistics references return within 1 to 3 days. SMS-chased references frequently return within 24 hours.

Maximising speed for truly urgent placements

For urgent logistics placements where same-day or next-day reference completion is required, agencies can further accelerate turnaround by contacting the worker by phone at the point of placement to explain the consent process and ask them to respond to the RefAssure consent request immediately. Where the worker provides referee contact details directly at registration, the setup-to-request time drops to minutes. The consultant manages the relationship; RefAssure handles the formal documented process. This combined approach achieves same-day reference completion for a significant proportion of urgent logistics placements.

For logistics agencies with a regular pool of repeat workers — drivers and warehouse operatives who work for the agency repeatedly across multiple placements — references completed for previous placements remain on the platform. The documented reference history for a repeat worker builds over time, providing reference evidence that remains accessible for subsequent urgent placements. From 99p per reference with no subscription.