A delivery note book (often called a delivery book) is a bound booklet containing pre‑printed delivery note forms used to document the physical handover of goods from seller to recipient. Each note is completed at the time of delivery, listing details such as the sender and recipient names and addresses, delivery date, unique reference number, item descriptions, and quantities. There is usually space for the recipient’s signature, confirming receipt and the condition of the goods.

The delivery note serves several key functions: it acts as a checklist for both parties to verify that correct items were delivered, provides written proof of delivery once signed, supports inventory tracking and record-keeping, and can serve as a basis for invoicing or legal reference if there is a dispute or damaged goods claim.

By having this information in a bound booklet, sellers maintain an easy-to-access master copy of all deliveries. The signed notes—sometimes provided in duplicates or triplicates—ensure clear documentation that can be filed by both seller and recipient.

In essence, a delivery note book is a practical, paper-based system that ensures deliveries are recorded accurately, acknowledged properly, and retained as evidence, helping businesses manage logistics, inventory, and customer relationships efficiently.