What are the benefits of outsourcing transportation logistics?
What is a 3PL? A third party logistics provider, also known as 3PL, refers to the outsourcing of logistics services. In short, a 3PL is an outsourced transportation company that manages a businesses logistics operations and supply chain. They assist with the warehouse and distribution needs for their customer’s inventory and fulfilment needs ranging from […]
The importance of inventory management in the supply chain
Inventory management is an important element of tracking your products throughout the supply chain, from manufacturing to warehousing and to the point that it arrives with your customers. Inventory management helps to make sure your products are in the right place at the right time. Having visibility of your inventory is essential in order to […]
Providing excellent service with a white glove delivery option
Here at Lesters, we’ve been providing quality logistics options for over 40 years. Specialising in a personalised delivery service. In this guide we’ll explain what a white glove delivery option is and explain what businesses should be using it. What is a white glove delivery service? A white glove delivery service is a premium level […]
Warehouse and logistics management for your business
What is warehouse and logistics management? Warehouse and logistics management function differently, though both make up an integral part of the supply chain. In short, warehouse management focuses on the safe storage of goods and logistics management focuses on the safe delivery of goods. For any business, both warehouse and logistics management should be functioning […]
What is LTL shipping
Less than truckload shipping, also known as LTL shipping, refers to the transportation of goods or small freight that do not require a full truckload. Less than truckload Loads are arranged on pallets and are used when freight weighs between 150 pounds to 10,000 pounds. How does LTL shipping work? Less than truckload shipping works […]
New Customs Declaration Service Explained
From 31st March 2023, all businesses will need to declare goods through the Customs Declaration Service (CDS). The CDS has been in use for Northern Ireland and Rest of the World declarations since 2018, however, it is soon to be a requirement for all import and export declarations. What is the new Customs Declarations Service? […]
Import one-stop-shop explained
Since the UK left the EU in January 2020, the Government has rolled out a number of changes for businesses trading in Europe. In our previous blog, we covered how the sector has been affected by Brexit. In this guide, we’ll explain the Import one-stop-shop and what that means for your business post Brexit. What […]
Digitalisation in Logistics
Digitalisation in Logistics Digitalisation in the logistics and transport industry is just the one of the ways that the logistics industry is transforming and growing. Digitalisation makes the movement of goods and materials much more efficient, convenient and responsive. The improvement in technology in recent times has allowed the use of digital technology and data […]
White Glove Delivery Service from Lesters Logistics
If your business ships products or goods that require special care and attention, or need additional add-ons such as assembly or installation, you need our bespoke white glove delivery service. At Lesters Logistics we’re white-glove delivery specialists, and we can guarantee you peace of mind when it comes to your high-value products and ensure that […]
How Brexit is affecting storage in the UK.
Like many other sectors in the UK, the storage and transportation sector has been hit hard by Brexit. The most recent Business insights and impact on the UK economy report revealed that the transportation and storage industry was among the lowest of businesses fully trading, at 64%. The combination of Brexit with the recent pandemic has […]