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Talent pipelines: Fuelling the UK transport industry
The transport sector in the UK is undergoing a transformative period driven by rapid technological innovations, evolving regulations and shifting consumer demands. In this dynamic landscape, businesses are facing an unprecedented challenge: securing a steady stream of skilled professionals to navigate the complexities of modern logistics and supply chain operations.
Why cheap rates often mean poor service
We understand the costs involved in running a transport or logistics business. With tight margins across the industry, there is often pressure to reduce expenses wherever possible. However, when it comes to recruitment, choosing the cheapest agency option based on price alone can severely impact the quality of talent you acquire.
Meet the team: Chloe Hogg
In our fifth instalment of our Meet the Team series, we’re marking an amazing six years of teamwork and introducing our Derby Branch Manager, Chloe Hogg!
Road safety in fleet management
The importance of road safety is highlighted by the devastating 10% single-year increase in road deaths across the UK in 2022. The provisional figure of 1,711 fatalities is not merely a concerning statistic, it represents hundreds of tragic, untimely deaths that have irrevocably impacted families, friends and wider communities.
Performance management strategies
Performance management is the driving force behind a thriving workplace. Effective team management can create a positive work environment, improve performance, and help achieve overall company goals.
Meet the team: Julia Reynolds
In this fourth instalment of our Meet the Team series, we’re marking an amazing five years of teamwork and proudly introducing our dedicated Payroll Officer, Julia Reynolds!
Crown Commercial Services staffing framework announcement
Bluestones Supply Chain is pleased to announce it is part of a consortium bid that has been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s (CCS) Framework Contract for Lot 6 Estates, Facilities Management and Ancillary Staff. The consortium is led by Bluestones Supply Chain’s parent company, Bluestones Investment Group (Bluestones Group).
Effective candidate attraction strategies in the UK supply chain
Effective candidate attraction strategies are crucial in the ever-evolving supply chain and logistics industries. The ability to recruit skilled and committed employees is fundamental to the success of any company, but the logistics and supply chain sectors face unique challenges when it comes to creating successful candidate attraction strategies.
Meet the team: Tracey Cooper
We’re introducing the talented individuals that comprise our team so you can get to know them a little better and find out what they enjoy about working in the supply chain sector.
For the third instalment of our Meet the Team feature, we’re introducing our Glasgow Branch Manager, Tracey Cooper.