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A normal day at NEPS - Simplifying Logistics involves the team working hard and the banter bouncing around the office. They all take pride in our same-day dedicated delivery service, but they're equally proud of the banter and witty comebacks they exchange. Every day, in the middle of the busy schedule, the commercial manager Michael Farrell calls for attention. You'd think it was about productivity or targets, right? Nope. It's the most critical discussion of the day: "What's for lunch?" Despite everyone claiming they're on a health kick, it takes the team 20 mins to agree on the days feast So now, instead of computer screens and rate cards, they all huddle around, eagerly scrolling through menu’s, debating the merits of Chinese food versus fish and chips or is it to be KFC,MacDonald’s the list is endless Of course, someone has to collect the food. When it’s raining, Michael Charlton is always the one sent out. If it’s sunny, everyone pretends to volunteer, but Michael still ends up going—and gets blamed when the order is wrong, which is practically a tradition. Then it’s served and enjoyed while discussing today’s latest logistics conundrum. Every day brings it problems to be solved by this talented team—not just what’s for lunch! #NEPSLogistics #Timecriticaldeliveries #TeamWork #OfficeBanter #WorkHardPlayHard #LunchDecisions Dan Gray Craig Sproat Abbie Tuckwell Lewis Chapman Kev Roberts Jeanette Eaddie

Front line shop workers are our superheroes...? This coin of phrase for ‘retail’s real superheroes’ and ‘unsung heroes’ was popular when our retail workers were called upon, as essential workers, to serve the nation during Covid, when the pandemic and lockdown conditions were at their worst and most frightening. And they absolutely did the most amazing job. But no, they’re not superheroes at all! They are ordinary people, with their own issues and problems, who come to work and face every day abuse. It’s little wonder then that this difficult environment gets too much, gets people down, affects their wellbeing, and makes them leave their job. Staff turnover is still one of the biggest problems affecting the retail sector. Ensuring that staff feel safe, and well supported, and communicating to them that they are cared for is so important for retaining people. So let’s not keep expecting them to act like Wonder Woman or Superman without adequate protection and peace of mind. StaffSafe ‘Intervenes, Interacts and Assures’ staff that they are cared for; provides someone to speak to, and who can see them, within seconds for real-time support; and provides automated messaging to pre-empt aggressive and criminal behaviour, removing the risk before a horrible incident has even happened. Get in touch with us to find out how StaffSafe can be a clear demonstration to your retail staff that you care about their wellbeing. #staffwellbeing #retail #retailsecurity

Absolutely, today more than ever, companies must prioritize effective solutions to safeguard their employees' well-being, especially those working in demanding environments like mail carriers facing extreme heat. The revelations in the recent Politico article underscore the critical need for robust safety measures within organizations. This highlights the urgency for corporations to invest in advanced technologies such as CarbonCool, ensuring the protection of their workforce from heat-related risks. Integrating innovative solutions like CarbonCool can significantly enhance workplace safety, particularly in high-temperature settings, thereby demonstrating a commitment to employee welfare and safety. #WorkplaceSafety #EmployeeWellbeing #CarbonCool #InnovativeSolutions #HeatSafety #CorporateResponsibility https://lnkd.in/gu4dDqcb

It might sound odd for an employment lawyer to fixate on the state of supermarket checkouts, but bear with... I was only discussing the scourge of soulless self-checkouts and the interplay with #loneliness and feelings of isolation in society with Farhana Hussain at a launch event in London yesterday, but it appears Lancashire-based Booths was already ahead of the curve 🧠 Booths has become the first supermarket in the UK to return to fully-staffed checkouts, axing almost all of its self-service tills 👏 "Delighting customers with our warm northern welcome is part of our DNA and we continue to invest in our people to ensure we remain true to that ethos," the firm said. With the rapid rise of technology and soon, high-powered AI systems seemingly in every facet of our lives, it is important to remember that human beings are social animals, and whilst technology may achieve higher productivity, it is no substitute for human contact and conversation. I have written previously how employers can help combat loneliness amongst a workforce operating in newer more flexible and disparate ways of working - https://lnkd.in/ewV5aJux The UK government released guidance for employers offering best practice examples to help employers tackle loneliness in the workplace. I have posted it in the comments ⬇ If you would like to discuss how to address issues of loneliness within your workforce, including drafting or reviewing your wellbeing action plan, please contact me. #employmentlaw #employmentlawyer #hr #hrdirector #GC #mentalhealth #wellbeing #futureofwork

↪️📦 In the aftermath of the busy holiday season, it's time to consider: Are we doing enough for our delivery workers' safety? Discover key insights and understand the balance between speedy deliveries and maintaining employee well-being in this SupplyChainBrain article: https://lnkd.in/d3AhS-gW #workplacesafety #logistics #injuryprevention

😁 Sector of the week 😁 This week's sector is... Ports and Logistics! ⚓ ⛴ 🚚 🚛 Keep your eyes peeled for Wednesdays post, to find out what reasonable adjustments you can put in place to make working in ports and logistics a little easier for someone who may need additional support in the workplace. #reasonableadjustments #hull #disabilityawareness #opportunities #equalityanddiversity #ThisAbility #portsandlogistics

Part 4 of our series on Safety & Working Conditions for Food Delivery Personnel: Weather Conditions 🌦️ Theory: No matter the weather, delivery people should dress right. On cold days, warm clothes are important. On hot days, drinking water is key. Also, bikes or cars need to be safe for all weathers. This means good tires, helmets, and gloves. Reality: Weather is a big challenge for delivery people! Well, perhaps next to traffic jams, parking spaces, aggressive clients, glitchy payment terminals, and not having enough change 😉. Sadly, if a driver doesn’t think ahead about cold weather or upcoming rain and doesn’t prepare, employer support can often be lacking. Practice: Investing in high-quality clothing or subsidizing shoe purchases impacts not just worker comfort and appearance but, importantly, their motivation. If an employee gets drenched or cold, I'd bet we won’t be seeing them at work again. We don't want to always look for new people, right? A Real-life Story: In July 2018 in Poznan, it rained a lot. When it rains, people order more food. A Sushi restaurant near the Old Market took numerous orders. However, the road conditions were horrendous due to traffic, flooded streets, and fallen trees. The drivers were stuck. As you'd guess, the restaurant owners were fuming, threatening contract terminations and negative online reviews due to delays. But here’s the kicker: by around 4:00 pm, the restaurant had to close... because their kitchen got flooded! 😅 🛵💨 #FoodDelivery #WorkSafety #WeatherChallenges

📣 Announcing Our Upcoming Event: Mitigating Labour Issues 📣   In the ever-evolving landscape of warehouse management, labour issues are a pivotal concern that demands immediate and innovative solutions. That is why we are excited to invite you to an unmissable event: Mitigating Labour Issues. 🌟 Why Attend? 🎙 Exclusive Talks: Gain insights from industry-leading experts and upcoming companies committed to resolving labour issues in warehouse management. 🤝 Networking: A fantastic opportunity to network with professionals who are equally enthusiastic about optimising WMS and supply chain performance. 🍽 FREE Food & Drink: Because no great idea was ever conceived on an empty stomach! 🎟 Register Now: https://bit.ly/3Q6gWUD We look forward to seeing you there! #FlexibleWorkforce #EmployeeEngagement #HumanResources #LabourRelations #EmployeeWellbeing #WorkforceDevelopment #LabourCosts #LabourManagement #LabourEfficiency #WorkforceOptimisation #StaffingSolutions #EmployeeRetention 

Asda ditches four-day week after complaints from 'exhausted' staff. sda has axed its four-day work week policy after staff feedback indicated the extended hours were too exhausting. The policy, introduced in September 2023, allowed managers to work 44 hours over four days while maintaining their regular pay. However, employees reported that the 11-hour shifts were overly 'physically demanding' and left them too tired on their days off. Additionally, workers faced challenges with early starts and late finishes, particularly those dependent on public transport. Parents also found the longer days problematic for managing school drop-offs and pick-ups. In response, the retailer has scrapped both the four-day work week and a proposed nine-day fortnight trial. Instead, the supermarket is piloting a new work pattern where employees work 39 hours over five days without any reduction in pay. This new arrangement has received more positive feedback and will continue until the end of 2024. Could AI help spearhead the four-day week? Asda may be scrapping its four-day week model due to employee wellbeing concerns, but could technological advancements pave the way for its return in the near future, without the unnecessary burden on the workforce? According to a study from the think tank Autonomy, artificial intelligence is likely to make nearly a third of the UK workforce switch to a four-day week within the next ten years. In the report titled GPT-4 (Day Week), its authors say that roughly 8.8million UK workers, around 28% of the British workforce, could reduce their 44-hour week to a 32-hour working week. This is because of the expected productivity gains this powerful technology is likely to bestow on society, freeing up a significant number of tasks, and therefore time, for employees across a variety of industries. “Our research offers a fresh perspective in debates around how AI can be utilised for good,” said Will Stronge, the director of research at Autonomy. The study also reveals that a further 88 percent of the UK’s workforce, which equates to 27.9million workers, could have their hours reduced by at least 10 percent through the introduction of large language models (LLMs). London, Elmbridge and Wokingham are the areas in the UK most likely to include those workers with a four-day week. “This study tries to show that when the technology is deployed to its full potential, but the purpose of the technology is shifted, it can not only improve work practices, but also improve work-life balance," continued Stronge. To view the full article from HR grapevine, click the link attached. https://lnkd.in/g26CWsvt #centrichr #hrconsultant #hrconsultants #HR #hr #OutsourcedHR #outsourcedhr

Business owners, time is running out to get your Employee Retention Credit for 2020. Act Now!! Click the link below to begin the process. https://lnkd.in/gz3G8sCa #erc #employeeretentioncredit #financialassistance #businessowners