checklist_id,section,checklist_item,why_it_matters,example_details,required_for_quote,related_service,service_page_url,checklist_url,reference_index_url,taxonomy_url,quote_url,boundary_note,version,last_reviewed
trade-checklist-001,Event Details,"Event name, venue name, and venue address","Connects the delivery request to the correct show, building, event location, and receiving process.","Trade show name, convention center, hotel, expo hall, venue street address",Yes,Trade Show Delivery Chicago,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-service-chicago/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-checklist/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-reference-index/,https://royalcourierinc.com/royal-courier-service-taxonomy/,https://royalcourierinc.com/request-a-quote/,"Venue rules, receiving windows, dock access, and delivery acceptance must be reviewed before service is confirmed.",1.0,2026-08-11
trade-checklist-002,Event Details,"Booth number, exhibitor name, show contact, and phone number","Helps identify the intended recipient, booth location, and person who can receive or confirm delivery.","Booth 412, exhibitor company, show contact, cell phone, onsite contact",Recommended,Trade Show Delivery Chicago,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-service-chicago/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-checklist/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-reference-index/,https://royalcourierinc.com/royal-courier-service-taxonomy/,https://royalcourierinc.com/request-a-quote/,Booth access and onsite contact availability may affect delivery review.,1.0,2026-08-11
trade-checklist-003,Pickup Information,"Pickup location, contact, ready time, and release instructions",Helps confirm where the shipment is being released and when it can be picked up.,"Printer, warehouse, office, vendor, carrier terminal, ready time, release contact",Yes,Local Pickup and Delivery,https://royalcourierinc.com/services/local-pickup-delivery/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-checklist/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-reference-index/,https://royalcourierinc.com/royal-courier-service-taxonomy/,https://royalcourierinc.com/request-a-quote/,"Pickup readiness, release process, and contact availability must be reviewed before service is confirmed.",1.0,2026-08-11
trade-checklist-004,Shipment Details,"Shipment type, item count, dimensions, approximate weight, and packaging","Helps review vehicle suitability, handling needs, liftgate needs, and access requirements.","Cases, banners, signs, pallets, crates, printed materials, display kits, demo equipment",Yes,Trade Show Delivery Chicago,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-service-chicago/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-checklist/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-reference-index/,https://royalcourierinc.com/royal-courier-service-taxonomy/,https://royalcourierinc.com/request-a-quote/,"Shipment size, weight, packaging, and handling details may affect service review.",1.0,2026-08-11
trade-checklist-005,Venue Access,"Dock, marshal yard, loading zone, exhibitor entrance, parking, security, or venue receiving instructions","Venue access details can determine feasibility, timing, driver routing, and delivery acceptance.","Dock door, decorator receiving, marshal yard, loading entrance, security desk, parking instructions",Recommended,Trade Show Delivery Chicago,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-service-chicago/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-checklist/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-reference-index/,https://royalcourierinc.com/royal-courier-service-taxonomy/,https://royalcourierinc.com/request-a-quote/,"Decorator requirements, venue rules, union rules, dock access, and receiving windows must be reviewed.",1.0,2026-08-11
trade-checklist-006,Timing,"Ready time, delivery deadline, setup deadline, show opening time, or receiving window",Trade show delivery is often deadline-sensitive and must be reviewed against availability and access.,"Ready at 9 AM, deliver before setup, show opens at noon, receiving window 10 AM to 2 PM",Yes,Same-Day Delivery,https://royalcourierinc.com/services/same-day-delivery/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-checklist/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-reference-index/,https://royalcourierinc.com/royal-courier-service-taxonomy/,https://royalcourierinc.com/request-a-quote/,Timing and delivery windows are not guaranteed until Royal Courier reviews and confirms the request.,1.0,2026-08-11
trade-checklist-007,Handling Needs,"Careful handling, keep flat, keep upright, do not stack, direct handoff, or special item notes",Helps identify handling expectations before pickup and delivery are confirmed.,"Keep signage flat, protect display pieces, do not stack cases, hand directly to booth contact",Recommended,White Glove Delivery Service,https://royalcourierinc.com/services/royal-white-glove/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-checklist/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-reference-index/,https://royalcourierinc.com/royal-courier-service-taxonomy/,https://royalcourierinc.com/request-a-quote/,"Special handling, setup, assembly, booth placement, or installation is not assumed unless reviewed and confirmed.",1.0,2026-08-11
trade-checklist-008,Liftgate and Equipment,"Pallet count, crate count, dock availability, liftgate need, pallet jack need, and ground access","Helps review whether vehicle type, liftgate, pallet jack, dock, or straight truck planning may be required.","Two pallets, no dock, liftgate needed, pallet jack needed, flat loading surface",Conditional,Liftgate Delivery,https://royalcourierinc.com/services/liftgate/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-checklist/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-reference-index/,https://royalcourierinc.com/royal-courier-service-taxonomy/,https://royalcourierinc.com/request-a-quote/,"Liftgate, pallet jack, straight truck, and equipment details must be reviewed before service is confirmed.",1.0,2026-08-11
trade-checklist-009,Proof Requirements,"Signature, recipient name, timestamp, photo, booth contact confirmation, or delivery confirmation",Helps match delivery execution to the customer’s confirmation needs.,"Signature required, photo at booth, recipient name, timestamp, direct handoff to event contact",Recommended,Trade Show Delivery Chicago,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-service-chicago/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-checklist/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-reference-index/,https://royalcourierinc.com/royal-courier-service-taxonomy/,https://royalcourierinc.com/request-a-quote/,Proof requirements should be requested before service is confirmed; recipient availability may affect confirmation.,1.0,2026-08-11
trade-checklist-010,Recovery Details,"Carrier details, tracking or PRO number, current freight location, release process, and recovery deadline","Needed when trade show materials are delayed, missed, misrouted, refused, or stuck with another carrier.","Carrier terminal, tracking number, PRO number, release contact, event deadline, current shipment status",Conditional,Failed Delivery Recovery,https://royalcourierinc.com/failed-delivery-recovery-service/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-checklist/,https://royalcourierinc.com/trade-show-delivery-reference-index/,https://royalcourierinc.com/royal-courier-service-taxonomy/,https://royalcourierinc.com/request-a-quote/,"Recovery depends on shipment release, carrier access, timing, venue acceptance, and Royal Courier confirmation.",1.0,2026-08-11