Any logistics company providing ‘value added’ services must have the necessary depth of experience in managing sophisticated logistics tasks and organising human resources says William Walker, head of sales and marketing at Berkshire-based, Walker Logistics For many companies a lack of …
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Temporary worker problem for logistics industry
Temporary workers who lack even the most basic skill sets cause logistics companies more problems than they solve at peak times With the British public apparently set for a record breaking online shopping spree in the run up to Christmas, a shortage of good quality temporary warehousing staff …
Walker Logistics announce senior appointment
Berkshire-based fulfilment specialist, Walker Logistics, has announced the appointment of Colin Blackall to the position of Senior Operations Manager. Colin began his career in logistics in 1996 with Sainsburys and has held senior operations management roles with Entertainment UK, Ann Summers …
3PL clients can find themselves ‘locked in’ to overpriced contracts by TUPE rules
Clients of 3PLs can find themselves ‘locked in’ to overpriced and inefficient contracts by TUPE rules Many UK third party logistics (3PL) service providers are using the TUPE Regulations as a means of persuading their existing clients not to switch to competitors – even if the client is …
Polishing up Nailberry’s supply chain
Walker Logistics, the specialist supply chain services operator, has commenced storing and distributing the range of natural nail polishes manufactured by Nailberry. As well as supplying the various salons, spas and high-end retail outlets that stock the prestigious Nailberry brand, in due …
Avoid being short-changed when choosing a 3PL
‘Pounds per pallet stored’ comparisons leave companies short-changed when it comes to choosing a 3PL Businesses that outsource control of their supply chain function to specialist third party logistics (3PL) companies are increasingly forced to look to replace their 3PL – often within months of …
More awards success for Walker Logistics
Fast growing supply chain solutions specialist, Walker Logistics, collected its second major industry award of the year when it was announced as the winner in the Operations SME category at the Logistics Awards, held recently at London’s Grange St Paul’s hotel. Walker had to beat off stiff …
