Whether you’re a logistics company or supplier, Trade Shows and conferences are great places to meet new business prospects, catch up with old clients and learn about best practices. They allow you to streamline your business by utilising current and new technologies, create efficient workflows and minimise costly errors. So, we have put… Read more »
When it comes to business ‘you’re only as good as the company you keep’ is a saying we can all agree with. In all sectors, one of the key things that the successful companies do well is to hire and retain the best talent. Logistics is no different. Working with skilled drivers has… Read more »
The Latest Addition Backline’s Christchurch branch opened its doors in July 2018. Now that it’s well established, we’ve spoken to Harriet and Ian to find out a little bit more about what makes them tick so you can get to know the people you’ll be dealing with. Off to a Winning Start – Congratulations!… Read more »
Despite what some people might think, being a truck driver isn’t an easy job. It isn’t something that just anyone can do. And, frankly, it isn’t made any easier by some of the rumours and misconceptions about HGV drivers. The truth is that HGV drivers play a hugely important role, not just to… Read more »
Reliable HGV drivers; they are the unsung heroes of business. The backbone of UK Plc. Committed and experienced drivers are integral to making sure deliveries arrive on time. This means customers get their orders, that materials are in the right place at the right time. They also ensure the supply chain runs smoothly, without… Read more »
Logistics partners take time to find and select. And in a busy company, having to put time aside to choose a new one can feel like such a daunting process that you might be tempted to put it off. But such is their importance to your business, ‘making do’ is just too much of… Read more »
What is Driver CPC? Let’s start with the basics (which you’ll already know). “Driver CPC“, aka “DCPC“, “CPC“, “Periodic Training” or, in some instances, “that [insert chosen combination of expletives] we’ve got to do on top of everything else” is the mandatory qualification required of all professional drivers of heavy goods and passenger carrying vehicles.… Read more »
It’s Here The sun may still be out, but with most of the UK seeing temperatures in the minus figures, it’s officially Winter! Winter driving can be particularly hazardous, but it’s not just the cold temperatures that can catch you out. We’ve compiled the top 6 hacks that will make your winter driving experience… Read more »
If you’re wondering whether to invest in HGV driver training then the answer is probably yes. Both employer and employee benefit from an ongoing training and development philosophy so you really have nothing to lose and lots to gain. For the employer it can help them achieve a greater level of efficiency and effectiveness… Read more »
Government Issues Official Guidance With just a few months until the UK officially leaves the European Union, the government has issued official advice for drivers and hauliers. The advice applies to any driver or haulier seeking to operate vehicles in the EU after our departure. Key Points: Drivers Despite what you may have heard,… Read more »
We’re At It Again Meet Harvey. Harvey has been working with Backline for around 4 years – driving both vans and 7.5 tonne vehicles for a variety of clients. To reward Harvey for his loyalty, and as part of our ongoing programme of up-skilling our driver pool, we took the decision to put him… Read more »
Once you’ve got your HGV training done, you might be wondering whether it’s worth getting yourself HIAB qualified. However, this is often thought of as an unnecessary expense. Old hands will tell you that the best way, no, the only way, is to learn is on the job. They might tell you it’s expensive… Read more »
Road Safety Over the last few decades, the UK has enjoyed significant reductions in the number of deaths and serious injury caused by road collisions – despite traffic levels going in the opposite direction. Official UK statistics show that in 2016, there were 1,792 fatalities and just over 24,000 “seriously injured” on the roads,… Read more »
Tick Tock The Driver CPC deadline is just months away. Despite having been around for some time now, there still seems to be quite a bit of confusion surrounding the rules. So, here’s a quick “Fact or Fiction” quiz that will set the record straight and help you avoid getting caught by those Driver CPC… Read more »
Hello Andover! Exciting times – Backline has secured the lease on a new site in Andover (Walworth Ind. Est.). The site will undergo development ready for use as our second Outbase facility, complimenting our Exeter Outbase site. It offers capacity for at least 40 vehicles and, subject to final sign off, will also be… Read more »
