What puts a lot of people off starting a business is the expense and complexity of getting a new business going. Happily, this is not the case in the booming courier industry because it is relatively simple and cheap to get in on the ground level by becoming an owner-driver courier. This article will clearly describe what owner-drivers are and…
When a business is sending a parcel through a courier service, there is a strong element of trust involved and there is a lot on the line. The list of things that could go wrong along the way ranges from confidentiality leaks to lost parcels and these can cause harm to the sender and to the receiver. Understandably, everyone using…
The demand for couriers is continuing to increase in Australia and many people are understanding that they can successfully enter the Australian courier market at a small, medium or large level. This article will explain the essential decisions that are needed so that you too can know how to start a courier business in Australia. The fundamentals: types of couriers…
Couriers provide delivery services to a range of clients including individuals, businesses and government agencies. As a courier, the dynamic and fast-paced nature of your work means that you’re exposed to a number of risks while you’re out on the road. Selecting the right insurance for you is essential, whether you are a self employed courier or an employee of…
With an increasing number of people turning to the speed and convenience of courier services over traditional mail, running your own courier business can be very lucrative. However, your work isn’t without its risks and it pays to have the right insurance in place so you’re covered when things go wrong. Let’s take a look at the top four policies…