Empowering your drivers to manage themselves
Delivery businesses have traditionally used vehicle tracking systems to manage their fleet from the office, gaining visibility and control over assets that are on the road and out of sight.…
Winter Drivers Be Prepared
The past week has seen the UK hit with freezing conditions and with black ice and more snow forecast, it’s more important than ever to prepare your car for whatever…
Coming soon to the UK: Fuel prices to rise at peak times
Recent press reports (including a news item published in The Telegraph) indicate that major supermarkets look set to introduce variable fuel pricing at the pumps in the UK – something…
Stephensons Opinion On The Gig Economy
Philip Richardson, Head of Employment Law at the national law firm Stephensons said: “The so-called ‘gig economy’ – characterised by short-term contracts and freelance work, rather than permanent employment –…
How Automation Can Help Deliveries Stay On Track
Online retail offers almost endless opportunities for small businesses to grow their customer base. While the landscape may appear to be dominated by major players like Amazon or Tesco, millions…
Hermes Helps SMEs With Overseas Online Shoppers
UK-based sole traders and SME retailers have been granted improved access to consumers based in 23 European countries thanks to a new cost-effective international shipping solution from Hermes, the consumer…
Delivering Parcels In The 21st Century
With the online retail boom showing no signs of slowing down, Louise Ryan, strategy & business development director at Pass My Parcel looks at the benefits new delivery models are…
Driver Privately Prosecuted For Killing Cyclist
A landmark legal case in which a driver was privately prosecuted after being in a collision which killed a cyclist could be the first of many, a legal expert believes.…
Choosing The Perfect Wine For Your Weekend
After an insane week, it’s finally Friday! You just want to slow down and relax; whether that’s on your own, with your loved one or partying with friends. And since…
Big Can Be Beautiful For Carriers As Lessons Learned From Citylink Collapse
A change in attitudes to bulky parcels is helping Britain’s delivery industry reap the rewards following the collapse of City Link. The country’s premier parcel and carrier manager, Global Freight…