We call them postcodes in the UK, they call them Zipcodes in the US, whatever they are known as, they are a set of information associated with an address which is often taken for granted. Postcodes are so important for deliveries, whether that be letters that your daily postman/women brings, or couriers who bring parcels. […]
Category: Courier Industry
Health issue considerations for couriers
Couriers are on the road for long periods of time each day. Some travel distances to deliver their parcels and packages. Even those that don’t travel miles but just stay locally, the mileage and amount of time spent driving can still mount up. This puts couriers at greater risk of health problems, and the need […]
How can couriers lower fuel costs?
‘Fuel stress’ is a big problem for everyone right now. All of us have noticed the rocketing cost of petrol and diesel at the pumps and the impact this has on our finances. For business and for organisations that use transport (such as us Rock Solid Deliveries as same day couriers,) this rise in cost […]
A guide to film and production couriers
If you are familiar with our company, you will know that we cater for a range of services beyond the traditional courier offering that many delivery companies work in. In our latest article we will take a closer look at one of these bespoke services we offer, and what exactly is involved in carrying it […]
How do couriers keep items safe from theft?
Theft of parcels is a regular problem which is always in the background if not closer. This problem can become more prevalent around certain times of the year (such as Christmas) or when money is short and ‘times are difficult,’ such as we are experiencing now. Couriers have a range of tools, tricks and equipment […]
Does the cost of living crisis affect couriers?
The answer to the above question may be obvious. The cost-of-living crisis affects everyone from individuals to businesses and consumers aswell as larger organisations. For couriers however, different problems can present from an increase in the cost of day to day living (or in the case of a business such as delivery, day to day […]