Consignment note (lorry receipt): the transport contract issued when goods are handed to a carrier; it states the consignor, consignee, goods description, and freight terms, and it is the primary document in any dispute. Declared value: the value the customer states for the consignment, which sets the ceiling for insurance and claims.
Pre-move survey: the mover's inspection of the goods, in person or by video, on which a written estimate is based. Part-load (shared truck): a consignment that shares vehicle space with other customers' goods — cheaper but slower. Crating: building a wooden frame around a fragile item. GSTIN: the Goods and Services Tax Identification Number that appears on a legitimate Indian tax invoice.