Quick SummaryChoosing the right logistics partner requires a comprehensive evaluation of their operational scalability and technological capabilities. Businesses must assess whether a provider offers flexible warehousing and transport solutions that can adapt to...
Quick SummaryBlack Friday logistics require a strategy focused on accurate inventory forecasting and scalable warehouse operations. Businesses must use historical data to predict demand and prevent stock shortages. Distribution centres should implement temporary...
Quick SummaryLogistics companies manage driver safety through the integration of advanced telematics and consistent performance monitoring. Real-time data tracking allows fleet managers to identify and rectify dangerous driving behaviours such as speeding or harsh...
Quick SummaryChoosing the right retail delivery partner for a growing business requires assessing reliability, scalability, technology, and customer experience support. A suitable partner consistently delivers on time and adapts to increasing order volumes without...
Quick SummaryThe autumn clock change impacts logistics operations by reducing daylight hours and disrupting established delivery schedules. Decreased visibility during peak afternoon transit times increases the risk of road accidents and slows down loading bay...
Quick SummaryLogistics failures during seasonal peaks occur primarily due to inaccurate demand forecasting and rigid supply chain infrastructures. Inconsistent communication between distribution centres and transport providers results in significant delivery delays....
Quick SummaryTurned away deliveries occur when consignments fail to meet specific warehouse requirements or delivery windows. Incorrect pallet configurations and damaged packaging are the most frequent reasons for site rejection. Missing or inaccurate documentation...
Quick SummaryFashion supply chain optimisation relies on secure, direct distribution to successfully navigate the complexities of city-centre retail deliveries. Urban logistics face strict access restrictions, congestion, and narrow timed entry windows that require...
Quick SummaryThe NX Group actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the UK transport sector by recruiting and supporting female HGV drivers to address industry-wide skills shortages. The logistics provider supports female drivers, like team member Kayla, by...
Quick SummaryThe NX Group's 2023 achievements focused on adapting to fluctuating stock holding demands and expanding its dedicated logistics services. To support client growth, the company expanded its high-security delivery fleet and launched a modernised corporate...
Quick SummaryAutumn driving advice focuses on adapting to reduced daylight, sun glare, and slippery road conditions to maintain fleet safety. Drivers must prepare for lower sun angles by keeping windscreens clean and using sun visors to manage glare during commutes....
Quick SummaryThe NX Group provides secure final mile distribution in the UK for international hauliers through strategic, asset-based partnerships. For Netherlands-based transport company Verhoeven, this collaboration ensures high-value goods are delivered reliably...
Quick SummaryReal-time logistics tracking improves delivery efficiency by providing instant digital visibility across the supply chain. The integration of the Roadrunner driver application eliminates slow paper-based proof-of-delivery processes. Drivers access...
Quick SummaryThe NX Group provides a bespoke logistics and distribution solution for gaming chair manufacturer Secretlab in the United Kingdom. This integrated supply chain partnership covers secure warehousing, order fulfilment, and final-mile distribution. The...
Quick SummaryThe NX Group operates its head office and main distribution hub from Mustang Park in Daventry, Northamptonshire. This location sits within the Golden Triangle of Logistics, providing direct access to major UK transport networks. The secure facility...
Quick SummaryThe NX Group secures its dedicated UK transport fleet using advanced TSR-standard safety measures to protect high-value cargo. Vehicles feature multi-layered camera coverage alongside secondary tracking devices. Integrated transport management software...
Quick SummaryBridging the gender gap in the UK logistics sector, where women represent only twenty-five per cent of the workforce, requires cultivating inclusive work environments and dismantling career stereotypes. Logistics firms accelerate female recruitment by...
Quick SummaryLogistics companies protect driver mental and physical health by implementing structured workplace wellbeing initiatives that target industry-specific stressors. The NX Group tackles issues like driver fatigue, isolation, and stress through dedicated...
Quick SummaryThe NX Group continues its official sponsorship of Northampton Town Football Club to reinforce its commitment to the local Northamptonshire community and boost regional brand visibility. This ongoing commercial partnership connects the logistics company...
Quick SummaryThe NX Group supports scaling e-commerce fulfilment by integrating its upgraded Access Delta Warehouse Management System with online storefronts like Shopify, Magento, and WooCommerce. This system automates inventory updates and order processing to...
We are pleased to announce our sponsorship of Northampton Town FC’s upcoming game against Derby County FC on Friday 24th January, which will see us offering free parking, complimentary hot drinks and use of facilities for...
Quick SummaryThe NX Group supported Crick Primary School by donating £2,500 towards a newly installed climbing structure for its school playground. This financial contribution funded almost half the cost of the play equipment. The new installation encourages outdoor...
Quick SummaryLogistics providers prepare for the Black Friday and Christmas peak seasons by optimising warehouse space, expanding temporary staffing, and scaling fleet operations. Organising inventory for rapid access reduces processing times during high-volume...
Quick SummaryThe NX Group utilises the Roadrunner Driver mobile application by Road Tech to digitalise and streamline its palletised distribution workflow. This software replaces paper-based workflows by providing drivers with digital itineraries, real-time job...
Take a look at this year’s Talent in Logistics conference and awards….
Find out more about our services for EU Hauliers and the key benefits…
Meet the NX Courier Team…
Meet the Warehouse Operations Team…
Discover more about a closed pallet network…
Take a look at our top tips for women in logistics…
Meet the Transport team here at The NX Group…
Take a look at our top tips for sustainability in the beauty logistics industry…
Delivering goods into Amazon on a daily basis on behalf of customers….
Brexit is a key industry topic for EU Hauliers, find out more about our services…
Developments in eCommerce and the impacts on the warehousing and logistics industry….
Top 5 tips for staying safe this winter, especially in wintery weather and on long journeys…
Stockpiling of goods fro Brexit is especially prevalent in the Automotive industry…
Deliveries can fail for a variety of reasons, we’ve taken a look at some of the top reasons, consequences and how to prevent…
The impacts of Brexit on the supply chain and logistics sector is unknown, we’ve taken a look at some of the recent developments…
Take a look at what happens over a typical 24 hours in NX Operations, from drivers to warehouse to the transport office….
Take a look at what happens over a typical 24 hours in NX Operations, from drivers to warehouse to the transport office….
We have put together top tips for helping to reduce accidents in logistics…
It’s never too early to be thinking about your Christmas logistics, discover more here….
Delivering Beauty products, direct to retailers is one of our core competencies and we have a wealth of experience…
Northamptonshire logistics hub is in the center of the UK and benefits being in the Golden Triangle of Logistics…
Including space for bulk items, same day courier service, secure services and much more…
Growth in Ecommerce is a key industry topic with impacts on the logistics industry..,
European goods delivered into the UK for distribution into Amazon Fulfilment Centres with a UK-based partner
We have a wealth of experience of delivering into the major UK retailer distribution centers
Did you know we deliver into Amazon Fulfilment Centres on a regular basis?
Delivering into leading retailers such as supermarket distribution centres and Amazon Fulfilment Centres
The Golden Triangle of Logistics is set to grow throughout 2017 and into 2018, with additional warehousing and more companies choosing to move their operations here
Our brand-new fleet have taken to the roads, including 7.5 tonne through to the artic cabs.
We’ve interviewed Rachel Whittaker from Indie Beauty Delivers to discover more about warehousing for the beauty market.
For goods entering the UK from Europe, let the NX Group provide the on ward distribution from one central Midlands hub.
Warehousing for the ambient food and beverage market needs to be clean and well-organised, as well as meeting food hygiene standards.
When looking at logistics for your company there are so many different options it can be hard to decide which company to go with. There are the well-known companies within the market, but how do you know who to trust with your goods?
Asda is a division of American company Walmart, and there are currently 15 main Asda distribution centres in the UK. These depots are used to store the goods before they go to individual Asda stores. Suppliers of ambient, chilled and fresh food as well as non-food items such…
The big four supermarkets in the UK all have warehouses and depots that handle the supply chain, and there are a total of 20 Tesco distribution centres in England and Scotland. These are for the storage of inventory, before the goods are distributed…
Amazon has been one of Britain’s largest and fastest growing businesses for 20 years. Amazon.co.uk is the country’s 5th most visited website and the number one place for shopping. All these website visits and sales inevitably lead to a wave of activity…
The most obvious way to minimise accidents when driving a lorry is to reduce speed. However, safe driving does not begin and end at slowing down. Most heavy goods vehicles cannot reach the average speeds of the vehicles around them, and an increasing…
When your business works with products, there is a product life cycle that needs to be observed in order to maximise the efficiency of the supply chain operation. Many brands have lost money and integrity because of having too much inventory at a time…
The Midlands is home to several distribution centres, which serve as logistics hubs for UK retailers. As well as third party logistics companies that provide warehousing and transport solutions, the large retailers themselves have a supply chain base in central England. The big…
The dramatic fall in the value of the pound is the hot topic in UK economics. In June 2016, £1 was worth $1.37, but four months later it is worth $1.23. This may just seem like a few pence, but 10% is pretty significant. It is broadly being called the ‘Brexit effect’, and it stems from…
Birmingham’s industrial progress has not caught the headlines in the way that Greater Manchester has in the last 5 years, so what opportunities are out there for the development of England’s second city? Midlands Engine describes a commitment to building economic and industrial…
The final part of the calendar year, also known in shorthand as Q4 2016, is the most important season for the majority of businesses in the UK. Between October and December businesses of all shapes and sizes are preparing for the final 5 weeks before Christmas, when consumption…
There are some companies that might fulfil your order directly to your customer without the need for you to handle it. This is dropshipping. You pass your order onto the mug dropshipper and they despatch the order with whatever labelling and packaging…
The ideal warehouse can be the difference between an efficient supply chain and a logistics black hole. If your products are high value or liable to damage or theft, then your business must rely on a supply chain solution that minimises loss. Here are…
As supply chain procedures become more efficient and the retail environment becomes more competitive, some retailers have begun to offer one-hour delivery. The nature of this scenario means that there is very little margin for error, so only a small proportion of delivery…
If you want to become a lorry driver in the UK, you need to obtain a Driver’s Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC), as well as having a standard full UK driving licence and be over the age of 18. After applying for a provisional…
As technology improves and the need for efficiency in the supply chain increases, warehouse automation is becoming more commonplace. The task of bringing goods in and out of a storage area is both simple and crucial in terms of the overall process…..
DIRFT is a rail freight terminal in Northamptonshire with a large warehousing estate on site.
As a rail terminal it benefits from excellent nationwide connectivity…
The UK is experiencing a lorry driver shortage that spans back several years, threatening to throw the supply chain industry off course. As Britain emerged from the 2008 recession, the number of new trained drivers slumped by 25%, according to the…
Many companies are looking to the future of their logistics practices in order to achieve a more sustainable supply chain.
There are several benefits to a proactive environmental policy. On the face of it, the main benefit would be to the environment..
The UK has been experiencing an increasingly short supply of warehousing space, which is a worry for the British supply chain. This warehouse shortage is in part due to an increase in demand from ecommerce retailers, and a gradual rise in UK manufacturing…
Grocery sales in the UK are dominated by Tesco, Asda, Sainsburys and Morrisons; known as the Big Four supermarkets. Whenever one of these companies publishes any significant financial updates, the national media gives it heavy coverage because of the impact…
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland imported $663billion of products and materials in 2014, the last full year of available records. When compared with $472billion of exports, this represents a trade deficit of almost $200billion…
Most businesses in the UK began as very small enterprises, with the owner/founder being the only stakeholder in the venture. It is how well the business expands and scales up the operation that can be the difference between failure and ongoing success…..
The UK Department for Transport is launching a £2 million scheme to encourage uptake of hydrogen-fuelled electric vehicles for commercial fleets. Companies and organisations can apply for funding of up to 75% of the cost of new eco-friendly…
One criticism of the British economy is that we don’t export enough, compared to how much we import. Trading abroad brings with it many hurdles and barriers which, when overcome, can be the key to unlocking an array of huge new markets. Here are 5 things a business…
A new board game aims to get young people around the world interested in supply chain. The UK version of Business on the Move emerged in late 2014, with support from nearly 50 sponsors throughout the logistics, retail and education sectors…
