Artificial intelligence (AI) has been around since 1956, and has been evolving ever since to become more efficient. It operates behind the scenes but is already a part of everyday life. For example, if you’ve ever been offered suggestions when purchasing goods online, then that’s AI doing its job. Artificial intelligence really is everywhere. […]
If you’ve just gotten your HGV license, a career on the open road could be a hugely exciting prospect. However, it isn’t without its stresses and pressures due to varying workloads and challenging driving conditions. Whatever part of the country you’re in, each has its share of testing issues, even for the most experienced driver! […]
If you’re considering a career as an HGV driver, you’re probably wondering what it’s like up in the cab – is it the right choice for you? Is HGV driving a good career choice in 2021? You probably have many questions just like this, so we’ve put together our thoughts to help you determine […]
Any sensible road user knows that we all owe the same duty of care to one another. Everyone needs to take reasonable care to not cause injury or damage to other road users. There is currently no higher duty of care expected of lorry drivers, than there is of any other road user. However, […]
Nature was the theme of this year’s mental health awareness week. During the long months of the pandemic, millions of us turned to nature. Going for walks outside was one of the top coping strategies for many of us holed up in our homes. Research by The Mental Health Foundation found that 45% of […]
Covid testing – with rules and regulations getting increasingly complex, it’s hard to keep track of what applies to you. In light of the recent change in restrictions, we have compiled all the latest info from the Government. When do I test? How often do I test? Do I even need to test? These […]
It’s Stress Awareness Month and so we wanted to talk about moving more and reducing stress. We know that getting active is not easy in this profession. Being behind the wheel for long hours leaves little room to stretch your legs. This can sometimes lead to a build-up of tension and stress. Fortunately, we have […]
2020 and 2021 have brought us some of the most challenging months of our lives so far. Coming up on a year now since the first national lockdown began, we are finally beginning to see light at the end of the tunnel. The recent announcement from Prime Minister Boris Johnson outlined the government’s proposed […]
Sleep is arguably the most important factor in maintaining a healthy body and mind. Without it, our minds become sluggish, and our bodies weary. HGV drivers are often working long shifts and on the road for many hours, so it is crucial for their physical and mental health that they take breaks and get the […]
Automation is a powerful tool and comes in many shapes and forms. In warehousing, automation is generally used to improve existing methods by increasing efficiency, speed, reliability, accuracy and (eventually) cost savings. Robotics in manufacturing has been well established for many years and applications within warehouse operations will become more mainstream. We’ve compiled a […]