2941. Grow Your Courier Business Without Buying New Vehicles
August 08, 2017
Many small business owners will be familiar with the desire to grow their business without having to commit to the serious expense and responsibility of new staff and equipment.
Today I’m looking at sub-contracting as a solution; how it can enable a business to grow, complete more courier j...
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2942. Mercedes Benz Unveils their Vision for Van of the Future
August 08, 2017
According to a 2016 report, the last-mile delivery fleets currently enabling our nation’s obsession with online shopping will eventually be replaced by autonomous ground vehicles (AGVs), lockers and drone distribution. However, as van manufacturers are aware, these technologies won’t magically appea...
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2943. Towing Safety Tips
August 08, 2017
This month I thought I would provide some safe driving tips. I know that couriers are under a lot of pressure, and when you have a long day ahead of you with a lot of travel you just want to hit the road. Be careful not to get swept up by the hustle and bustle, though – if you overlook these simply ...
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2944. Be the Best Man With a Van - Managing Your Operations
August 08, 2017
There’s no time like the present to improve your operations. That’s why I’m here to tell you about the Van Excellence Scheme’s great new course “Managing Your Operations”. I’d recommend that it be part of every courier driver training course, as it provides constructive advice on how to operate vans...
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2945. Are You Sitting Comfortably? Van Ergonomics from the US
August 08, 2017
When your workforce travels frequently, it is important to ensure their comfort so that you optimise their productivity. I am sure courier drivers have complained to you about a cramped transit van, wishing that the steering wheel adjusted to the right height or that the controls menu was less compl...
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2946. Discover 5 Romantic Spots in Catania
August 02, 2017
The first thing you’ll notice as you approach Sicily’s second largest city on your Catania airport transfer is its dramatic, mysterious neighbour. The volcano Mount Etna looms over the historic city – the perfect theatrical back drop for this gritty, romantic town.
The next thing you’ll noti...
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2947. Discover Navigli, Milan's Most Charming District
August 02, 2017
The beautiful, fascinating Italian city of Milan has much more to offer than its elegant, high-end boutiques and luxury shopping. So once you’ve had your fill of designer clothing and refined retail, discover Milan’s bustling, beating heart in the historic Navigli district with its hip bars, excelle...
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2948. A Passion for Fashion: 5 Fabulous Shopping Streets in Milan
August 02, 2017
Whether you are just passing through on a Milan transfer or you are visiting the city for a longer stay, it would be a wasted opportunity to visit one of the world’s fashion capitals and not stop off for a little retail therapy in its glamorous high-end stores.
There are so many beautiful cl...
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2949. Ultra Adrenaline High: The Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc
July 27, 2017
Described by some as a ‘mythical race’ and by others as the ‘ultimate runner’s challenge’, the Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc is legendary across the world. With no prize money, the reward for completing this race is just that – to have completed it. I look at the thrilling details of this ultramarathon ...
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2950. Introducing the Magnestick: A Ski Safety Device for Kids
July 27, 2017
As you’re basking in the summer sun, snow and skiing are probably the last things on your mind. However, as every avid skier knows, you cannot start planning your winter holiday soon enough. So it’s time to stop tanning and start booking – especially if you’re travelling on a budget and would like t...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
