Hermes UK, the leading consumer delivery company, has implemented a number of measures designed to support the mental health and wellbeing of its employees. At the heart of this programme is a network of 72 volunteer “Mental Health Ambassadors,” who are being equipped with the tools, skills and ultimately the confidence to listen and talk […]
Continue ReadingDB Schenker, one of the world’s leading logistics providers, has chosen Webfleet Solutions, Europe’s leading telematics solution provider and part of Bridgestone, as preferred telematics partner for its complex fleet and data management. The common goal of the partnership is to optimise supply chains through connectivity and to enable greater transparency in the movement and […]
Continue ReadingCovid-19 accelerated the need for digital tools and people who know how to use them. End-to-end solutions can bring clarity and visibility but experts are worried procurement professionals might not be up to the task. Industry leaders now understand they need real-time data and automated processes to make sure you have quick decision making that […]
Continue ReadingCovid changed the world of logistics and supply chain in a way few other events have. Managers are now looking at how they can improve their operations and what will follow next. The Logistics Point is turning to our readers to better understand what your problems are and how do you plan to address them. […]
Continue ReadingStaff at the leading two-person delivery company ArrowXL are embarking upon a huge cycling challenge in Worcester to raise funds for Children in Need this week. Partnering with ArrowXL, client Apex Rides are supporting the challenge and the Worcester leadership team are overseeing the effort. Staff will cycle 885km on an Apex Rides exercise bike […]
Continue ReadingGartner, Inc. has released its 12th annual Gartner Healthcare Supply Chain Top 25 ranking, which recognizes companies across the healthcare value chain that advance healthcare by improving patient outcomes and controlling costs. “2020 has proved to be a challenging year for healthcare and life sciences supply chains with the COVID-19 pandemic stressing many networks to […]
Continue ReadingThe spectacular growth of internet shopping coupled with a sharp dip in demand for deliveries of replenishment stock to high street stores during the Covid crisis, has prompted many traditional logistics and transport companies to adapt their business models to allow them to compete in the increasingly crowded online fulfillment space. However, if third party […]
Continue ReadingNational homelessness charity Emmaus has announced that Hermes UK, the leading consumer delivery company, has become a corporate partner, supporting its aim to give its companions a home, meaningful work and a sense of belonging. The funds raised by Hermes will be used across the UK to expand the services the charity is able to […]
Continue ReadingArrowXL, the leading 2-person delivery company, has secured a significant commercial client during a busy and unprecedented time in the market. Specialising in the collection and delivery of large goods from some of the UK’s biggest manufacturers, ArrowXL is now delivering for mattress and sleep accessory specialist OTTY Sleep. The contract, signed during lockdown, has […]
Continue ReadingLogistics UK, the business group representing the sector charged with keeping the UK economy stocked with the goods and raw materials it needs, has today (11 November 2020) called on government to provide the clarity and systems its members require to prepare for Brexit, so that trade can keep flowing across the UK’s borders after […]
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