Theft of parcels is a regular problem. 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 to keep their parcels safe, and ensure they end […]
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When does hiring a same day courier make sense?
Rock Solid Deliveries are a diverse courier company based in Birmingham, but deliver nationwide. We are diverse because we offer a range of services. Many of these are often ‘bespoke’ and above what people would traditionally regard as those involving couriers. We have a wealth of experience and a dedicated fleet of workers who strive […]
How to safely transport white goods
‘White goods’ – we all have them, the name often given to those bulky electrical things (sometimes traditionally in white colour but increasingly not always,) that make up expensive purchases in our homes. Of course, we are talking about the likes of washing machines, dishwashers, fridges, freezers, microwaves…the list goes on. These appliances are designed […]
What is ‘last mile’ delivery and why is it so important?
‘Last mile’ is a term from the logistics industry that some of you may not be aware of. In this post we will explain what it is, and how it is vitally important to ensuring that the chain of operation is kept flowing. With the help of some statistics that have emerged as part of […]
Protection against coronavirus for couriers
You may be forgiven for thinking that this blog post is a little late given that we are nearly two years into the pandemic. Even so, protecting ourselves is just as important now as it was then, especially with the omicron variant and the knowledge that it is far more transmissible than anything that has […]
Changes to the Highway Code
We are stating nothing new when we say that couriers spend most of their working day on the road. Whilst Britain’s roads are among some of the safest in the world, that doesn’t mean that accidents don’t happen, or obstacles and challenges are not presented. As an industry that has its employees on the road […]