Our Resources
Traffic Calming Measures: Balancing Road Safety with Efficient Deliveries.
Traffic calming measures are essential for reducing vehicle speeds and enhancing road safety. Delivery drivers navigate Britain's roads daily, so it's important for them to understand traffic calming measures and how they can impact driving routes and delivery times. Here, we examine the reasons why traffic calming measures are implemented, the various forms they take and how you should drive in areas that have them.
Top 7 Problems Delivery Drivers Face.
The logistics industry thrives on the reliability and efficiency of delivery drivers—those who are the backbone of ensuring goods reach their destinations. However, behind the scenes, drivers encounter numerous challenges that can impact their workday and overall well-being. In this comprehensive exploration, we will delve into the top seven problems delivery drivers face, acknowledging their struggles and considering potential solutions. For a deep dive into statistics and personal experiences of drivers, check out this insightful report from Scandit.
Top 5 Transportation Industry Trends to Watch in 2024.
Transport logistics plays a crucial role in the world's economy, helping move things and people around in different industries. As we get closer to the year 2024, some important changes are on the horizon for the transportation industry. Let's discuss the trends that will shape how things work in logistics during 2024. There is an increasing focus on sustainability and operating in a way that is good for the environment. This change is known as Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. ESG is a result of more and more businesses realizing that the way we move things around can have a impact on the planet. ESG is encouraging businesses to begin adopting eco-friendly practices and is becoming a transportation trend to watch in 2024. The focus on ESG boosts businesses from ethical standpoint however, this isn't just about being ethical. ESG is also becoming a smart move for companies that want to align themselves with global goals for protecting the environment.
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Transport Management System.
Your choice of transport management system – or TMS – is critical to your distribution operation. It directly influences your ability to deliver goods to your customers accurately, quickly and efficiently. The right solution can enhance transport data visibility, planning and operational efficiency across your fleet and logistics activities.
The Importance of the Transportation Sector to the Economy.
The transportation sector – concerned with the movement of goods and people – plays a key part in the UK’s economy. Here, we examine how transportation in the UK affects economic development, employment, and investment.
The Best Food Logistics Guide for Mastery
Efficient food logistics are the backbone of any successful food supply chain. Food suppliers and logistics managers face unique challenges when ensuring that products reach their destinations in perfect condition. Whether you run a big business or a small store, knowing the details of food logistics can help save time. It can also cut costs and keep products high-quality. In this comprehensive guide, we'll cover everything you need to know about food logistics. From the basics to best practices, technology's role, and future trends, we've got you covered.
Simplify Success with a Delivery Management System.
In today's environment, ensuring timely and efficient delivery is crucial for businesses. But how can small businesses, entrepreneurs, and logistics managers keep up with growing customer expectations? Enter the delivery management system, a game-changer for modern commerce.
Route Optimisation: How it Promotes Business Growth.
If you are a distributor, you want to maximise the cost efficiency of your supply chain operation. To do that, you must rein in costs while maximising your revenue. A vital part of cost management in the supply chain comes at the logistics stage. Route optimisation offers distributors a number of opportunities to save costs and boost profits in this part of their supply chain.
Protecting Yourself From a Parcel Delivery Scam.
In the golden age of online shopping, the number of parcels shipped daily has skyrocketed to unprecedented levels. This surge in parcel deliveries transforms how we buy and sell, making our lives infinitely more convenient and connected. However, it also opens a new arena for fraudsters to play their deceitful games. Parcel delivery scams have become a sophisticated and widespread menace, targeting unsuspecting shoppers and small business owners alike. These scams can result in financial losses, identity theft, and even physical harm.