(411A: I am fairly sure I already know your opinion )
You might well be correct.
We will always accept a delay at the gate for correct weight/trim sheet figures...none of this nonsese waiting for 'figures' from...somewhere else.
Local dispatch folks know the score...without fail.
After all, they are actually paid...why not use them to the fullest?
Local handling agents/dispatch personnel are positively worth their weight in...gold.
Swissport, especially, for our ops.
They are top-notch.