The strategy behind Norway Posts’ fleet composition
This article refers to an interview in Parcel and Postal Technology International, between Last Mile Experts and Norway Post. As a way of finding the right tool for the right…
BERLIN / GERMANY - NOVEMBER 9,2018: Female postman from Deutsche Post and DHL on yellow postcar.
The characteristics of a really good delivery vehicle in postal last mile
Results from several leading postal services that have implemented micro-logistic EVs (MLEVs) find that they have achieved between 15% – 25% productivity improvements. This is because some MLEVs are purpose-built…
Postal fleets: What we can learn from the best!
Postal services need to have different tools in their toolbox, or put differently, a variety of vehicles in their fleet. Having an optimized toolbox should improve labor productivity by a…
Postal fleets as a source of competitive advantage
Many postal services tend to future proof against uncertain volumes and product composition by purchasing vehicles with high volume capacities (2 to 4 m3), such as vans or van-like alternatives.…
Postal last mile: How should fleets adapt to changing volumes?
Postal services need to adapt fleets to the growing number of small parcels Product composition and volumes are changing rapidly. The recent COVID-19 pandemic has pushed everyone into the digital…
8 tips for posties on how to dress in an open vehicle
The Product Director for Workwear at Helly Hansen, Andreas Pohl-Larsen, is sharing his best tips on how to dress if you are a postman or a postwoman driving an open…
How to thrive in an open vehicle as a postie?
For postal workers the importance of having an efficient, comfortable and safe vehicle is essential. Their vehicle shouldn’t just be about distribution, it should also be a great tool in their daily work-life. But how does an open vehicle actually work in all weather conditions? Let’s dispel some myths.
Why is ergonomics important in the last mile?
Postal workers spend many hours a day in their car, jumping in and out of it hundreds of times. This means ergonomics has a huge impact on their health and efficiency when they are at work. By improving ergonomics, it can help you increase workflows, save time and money and last, but not least, safeguard your employees' health.
Is it only about Co2 in the last mile?
The whole industry is striving for more sustainable and smarter cities, sustainable production, clean energy and to make cleaner air for society and the planet. For the global community to achieve the UN’s sustainability goal number 9, industrialisation, improvements in infrastructure, and increasing investment in research and development are key factors. How can we fulfil our responsibility in the last-mile industry? Other than producing sustainable vehicles, what else can we do to save our planet?
