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Keep Your Fleet Running Smoothly with Key Vehicle Checks
Driving is exciting but you've got to be responsible. It's extremely important for drivers and people who plan transport to make sure cars are safe for the roads. This guide will show you important vehicle checks to keep your car running safely and avoid trouble.
Is There Still a HGV Driver Shortage? The Outlook for 2024.
Back in October 2021, The Road Haulage Association estimated there was a shortage of 100,000 qualified HGV drivers in the UK. This came after news reports of a lack of HGV drivers had led motorists to panic buy fuel, causing widespread fuel shortages, even for commercial vehicles. The ripple effect of the HGV driver shortage has been palpable since then too, with disrupted supply chains within the retail and ecommerce sectors. There have been delivery delays, product shortages and price increases, all of which have cast a shadow on economic recovery. Fast forward to the end of 2023, and it's time to assess the situation anew. Where are we now and is there still an HGV driver shortage going into 2024?
How to Track Last Mile Delivery for Your Business.
Tracking last mile delivery is key to modern shipping. It helps businesses work better and keep customers happy. For logistics managers, transport teams, and delivery drivers, this last step is often the hardest. It involves tight schedules, traffic, and making sure packages arrive on time. This post looks at the basics of last mile delivery tracking, including its benefits and how to make it work well. It covers solving delivery problems, using live tracking for better updates, and improving routes to save time and money. With good tracking tools, businesses can work more smoothly, make fewer mistakes, and keep customers happy.
How to Optimize Routing and Scheduling for Faster Deliveries.
Efficient routing and scheduling are at the heart of every successful delivery operation. For lorry drivers, van drivers, and transport managers, properly managing these key logistics can mean the difference between a smooth operation and countless frustrations. But what exactly is routing and scheduling? How can better routing improve your business, and what tools are available to help you? This blog will take a closer look at these questions and offer practical tips to optimize your delivery operations.
How to deliver Faster: 7 Hacks to Finish Early
Whether you’re an independent driver or a distributor managing your own fleet, delivery delays impact you. If you fail to deliver quickly, you’ll receive complaints and poor reviews from unhappy customers and it can damage your reputation and affect future business. All sorts of issues can slow you down, from a broken-down vehicle blocking a dual carriageway to dealing with a randomly loaded van that leaves you unable to locate the right package. Here are seven hacks to help you – or your drivers – get through your deliveries more quickly and even finish your delivery routes early.
How to Combat Inflation in Last Mile Delivery Operations.
During the past two years, the rate of inflation has risen sharply in the UK. It rapidly reached double-digit figures and peaked at a 41-year high of 11.1% in October 2022. The Bank of England predicts that inflation will continue to fall during 2023 and 2024 and will return to its 2% target by the end of 2024. Despite this, the effects of inflation on businesses are likely to be felt for some time to come. The economy is clearly struggling. But for delivery companies and distribution operations, using a transport management system (TMS) can help to combat the effects of inflation.
HGV MOT Check: Everything You Need to Know.
The HGV MOT check is very methodical. Your vehicle is assessed for defects from headlamp to tailpipe. Find out everything you need to know.
From Farm to Fork: A Deep Dive into Modern Food Warehousing
In the intricate dance of the global food supply chain, effective warehousing plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the food on our plates is fresh, safe, and delicious. For food distributors, restaurant owners, and supply chain managers, understanding the nuances of food warehousing is not just beneficial—it's essential. This article explores the importance, challenges, and cutting-edge solutions in food warehousing, providing insights and guidelines that can help you optimize your operations.
Food Transportation: Best Practices to Maintain Quality.
Food quality is not just a matter of taste but a critical component of public health, consumer satisfaction, and regulatory compliance. The transportation stage in the food supply chain is particularly crucial, with its own set of unique challenges that can impact the integrity of the food. For businesses in the food industry, ensuring quality during transportation is not only a best practice—it's an imperative.