111. Keeping your Couriers Compliant, Competent and Up for the Challenge
December 12, 2018
As a manager, it’s important to make sure your courier work is profitable – and this obviously includes minimising penalty charges as much as possible. But more than this, managers also play n important roles as a motivator, keeping their drivers ready to tackle the job, and as employers, with a dut...
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112. True Grit: Timely Warnings from Highways England
December 12, 2018
As all road users know, winter can be a really rough time to drive. Long, dark nights, bad weather and unexpected obstructions combine to cause a lot of potential hazards. And delivery drivers are especially at risk – after all, the general advice to cut back on unnecessary journeys doesn’t really m...
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113. Big or Small, a Van for All: Top Vehicles for Courier Work
December 12, 2018
It’ll come as no surprise to anyone that vehicles are crucial to delivery drivers. Most of your time will be spent on the road, and differences in price, fuel economy and reliability can make the difference between a profitable business and a struggling one.
Here, we’ll run through some of ...
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114. In While You're Out: Waitrose Tests ‘In-Home' Delivery
December 12, 2018
The delivery industry is one of the fastest evolving in the world. It's in a state of constant change, with new technologies being developed faster than anyone can keep up with. In this industry, change is more often than not a good thing. What's important for logistics managers is keeping up with t...
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115. Dining, Activities and More at the Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Mogan
December 12, 2018
Gran Canaria is an increasingly popular destination for summer holidays, and with hotels like the Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Mogan, it is easy to see why. Read on for more on this excellent Canary Island resort. It’s perfect for families, couples or anyone who just wants to relax in luxury in an isla...
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116. Where to Dine Out in Sandys Parish, Bermuda
December 12, 2018
Holidays in Bermuda are not only about dream-like beaches and idyllic weather; the food on this island also has a fabulous reputation. Sandys Parish in the Western district is famous for its varied menus and wonderful range of culturally-influenced dishes.
As it’s an island, Bermuda is in th...
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117. Digital Driving Licences: Store Your Identity On Your Smartphone
December 07, 2018
Anyone who works in the busy delivery industry knows the importance of moving with the times and embracing new technologies. For drivers, one of the basics when entering the industry is passing and receiving your driving licence – and often a HGV version is required.
After passing your driv...
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118. There's Skiing for Everyone in Alpe d'Huez
December 07, 2018
Alpe d’Huez is a classic resort for Alpine skiing. With its high-quality slopes and diverse routes, it is a snow sports haven; it has hosted everything from the winter Olympics to first-time family holidays for nearly a century. In Alpe d’Huez, chalets are just as fantastic. Whether your top require...
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119. The Christmas Crunch: How Couriers Can Survive the Holiday Rush
December 07, 2018
Christmas is a wonderful time of year, but for the hardworking courier driver it is also undoubtedly one of the busiest and most stressful periods. With courier loads comprising a reported 400 million parcels and packages in circulation during this time, it’s not too hard to imagine why.
Wi...
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120. Reduce Winter Driving Worries With These Top Tips
December 07, 2018
The winter season is upon us and there’s no going back and, with its arrival, we can expect a number of changes out on the road. Routes may be changed or become trickier to navigate and roads might generally become difficult to drive along for the busy courier driver. The ice, snow and rainy weather...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
