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 From Crisis to Continuity -
Most businesses will be familiar with ISO 9001, the British and international standards for quality management. Many will have put themselves through the certification process and regard this as a key differentiator or selling point to emphasize the quality they offer to customers ...more
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DA Action for Couriers
And speaking of change and continuity - Many recipients of Despatches Magazine are not DA members.
This is now changing. To continue to receive Despatches (and to benefit from all the other services we offer), you will have to join us, and for the first year, you can do this for just half price. ....more
About The Despatch Association
working the industry for you
The Despatch Association is the trade association for the UK Courier
and Despatch Industry.
It exists to protect the interests of its members while raising the profile
of the industry and our aim is to support our members and to maintain
standards in the industry.
The Main Benefits of Belonging to the DA
Free subscription to Despatches Magazine,
and Despatches online.
Intertrading and national coverage to
help you market your services through our 250 members around the UK
Build up your business with our Code
of Practice, the DA logo, our model Terms of Trade and Conditions of Carriage
and many other resources
Advice and Information on anything to
do with the industry, with running a small business and on new products
available to courier firms.
Your business entered in the DA dierctory,
a national source of contact for new clients.
Local, regional and national representation
in ensuring the courier industry's voice is heard and our interests preserved.
A platform for your ideas to let you
speak directly to others in the industry.
DA Member Deals .....
Deal
One: DA CourierPRO Insurance -
 Cheaper, yes, CHEAPER (in over 75%
of the time, so I’ve been assured by our brokers) Goods in Transit
insurance is now available through our dedicated insurance scheme, DA
CourierPRO. And not only that, but DA CourierPRO allows you to insure
either by weight or value of goods, whatever you prefer, and therefore
obtain the insurance package that is right for you. The scheme also extends
to cover public liability and employers’ liability. For contact information,
ring or email me at the DA Office.
Deal Two: Complete Software for Courier Companies -
DA Systems,
the IT solutions provider for courier companies in the UK, is offering
a 10% discount to DA members on their Advanced Courier Interface (ACI)
software systems. ACI was recently installed by CityBikes Couriers and
will be adopted by Diamond Logistics later this year. For more information
and to take advantage of this special discount, contact Sandra at DA Systems
on 01494 512626, or visit www.da-systems.co.uk
Hot off the press is a new batch of DA Stickers.
Get noticed by clients,
competitors and potential drivers, riders and office staff alike with
this striking addition to your livery. Available in 2 sizes, 12”X10”
and 6”X5”, they sell at cost price and really can make a difference
to your vehicle and company; they tell the world you’re a cut above
(by being a DA member, of course). Contact me for an order form.
Find out all the benefits of joining the DA by ringing Phillip Stone
on 01553 813479 or email him at phil@despatch.co.uk
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Why join the DA ?
Who else is going to fight your corner and stand up for your rights -
- The Despatch Association challenge the government on issues such as parking and employment law
- Provide a first class level of support to your personal queries on how to handle difficult situations such as employment tribunals
- We will keep you informed of the latest issues affecting your trade
- You will gain respect from your clients (maybe even win more business!) as part of a recognised trade body
- The Joining Fee isTax Deductable!
Apply for membership here ... |
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