We’ve been delving back into our Smart Directions history for an upcoming logistics project, but it’s also a great reminder not to get too stuck in the past! Has that happened to you? You might have used a courier partner, transport route or delivery service for many years. It’s reliable, it’s quick enough and you Read More
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Are you pulling business out of a hat?
It’s Chinese New Year, and 2023 is the year of the Rabbit. But given that celebrations are already well underway, consider you and your supply chain – tortoised. Yes, that’s a term straight from our Smart Directions dictionary! Definition: what happens to the global economy when China (and other neighbouring countries) close both production and Read More
Are Couriers Benefiting from the Royal Mail Strikes?
The country has been launched into a winter of discontent, with strikes happening practically everywhere. Nurses, rail workers, Royal Mail Strikes, ambulance drivers, bus drivers and teachers are just a few of the workers walking out about disputes over pay, pensions, and conditions as we all struggle to cope with soaring inflation. As a result, Read More
How to get ready for Black Friday
Over the years, several Americanisms and cultures have been adopted over here in the UK. Take Black Friday as an example. Originally, it was an annual US-only shopping date that coincided with Thanksgiving. Now, it’s a global phenomenon where shoppers can take advantage of deals on just about anything. This year, it falls on November Read More
Getting the Most from Last Mile Delivery
What is last mile delivery? It’s the final step of the delivery process, i.e. when a parcel reaches its final destination, usually someone’s home or retail store. It’s the most crucial stage of the delivery process and one that you need to be as fast and efficient as possible. After all, the timely delivery of Read More