At Truckit we want to help you show potential users that you will go above and beyond to give them a more personalised experience. A picture speaks a thousand words, and can also increase your chance of securing a job by over 50 percent. We recommend uploading a profile picture that includes your face. If you choose to upload more, you could also showcase yourself, your vehicles, or some of the interesting loads you have transported. Using this feature on your profile will allow a more comprehensive view of who you are, including your skills and experience, providing the user […]
Summer trucking can be challenging. During this hot season, it is important that truck drivers establish ways to keep themselves safe. Take time to practice these summer safety tips to significantly reduce a potential road accident and health problems. 1. Hydrate FrequentlyHigh heat and humidity increases perspiration. Always have water handy, including spare bottles in the case of a breakdown. 2. Protect Yourself Against The SunSunlight shining through windows can lead to sunburn and can have a significant impact on someone's health. Use sunscreen, a sun sleeve, window cover, or wear a light long sleeved shirt. 3. Watch Out For […]
Each year, almost 40,000 Australians relocate across the country. Moving is stressful enough without the extra pressure created by transporting your precious goods to another state. According to realestate.com - moving interstate by road is generally considered one of the easiest, most convenient and more affordable ways to move. If you are working with a budget this will be your more ideal choice, plus - you can save more money by sharing a truck or container with other movers who you can find on Truckit.net. Following these steps will help to reduce the stress of moving interstate. The first step […]
Feedback shows that speed of payment is important to Truckit Providers. Based on this research, Truckit has made some improvements to help speed up the process regarding release of funds held in Truckit Pay. What's new? To help make the process faster, more transparent and easier to use, Truckit has added an SMS notification to the release payment process. Research shows that SMS has an open rate almost 5 times higher than email. Once you mark a job as delivered, your customer will instantly receive an SMS asking them to confirm delivery and release payment. With just a few clicks […]
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Helping build trust between users of the marketplaces is always on the mind of the Truckit team when we are planning and prioritising features. Increased trust means reduced friction which leads to better outcomes for both sides of the marketplace. To help build trust, Truckit Providers can now add a short Profile Video to help show off your business. The video will be displayed on your profile page to help potential customers find out about your business before accepting a quote. If a picture says a thousand words, then imagine what a profile video can do! Watch an example in […]
The Truckit team recently had a chat with Darren, also known by his username Funkool, who joined as a transport provider on the Truckit network almost 4 years ago. We chatted through Darren's beginnings, the growth of his business and his thoughts on the pilot of our new Profile Video feature. When did you first start working in the transport industry? I started working for some of the bigger national carriers when I was 16 and have worked in a variety of roles throughout my time. And how did you come across Truckit? I came about Truckit by chance in […]
Digital marketplaces, including online auctions, are sprouting in almost every category of goods and services that you can think of these days. This is no different when it comes to procuring transport for the online auction space as online freight marketplaces provide an easy facility for online bidders and customers to conveniently list their items for transport and choose their providers, all within one platform. OUT WITH THE OLD, IN WITH THE “NEW NORMAL” Gone are the days where the auctioneer would provide a piece of paper with suggested locally based transport companies to the customer and expect them to […]
Where did you grow up? A cattle station between Charters Towers and Clermont Favourite sport/team/athlete? Scottish Rugby team What does a typical day look like for you? Coffee, work, coffee, work, exercise Favourite quote? "Manners maketh man" and "Nobody ever drowned in their own sweat" What do you like to do in your spare time? Have my kids entertain me with stories Best career lesson you've learned so far? Teamwork is everything Favourite food? T-bone steak Favourite travel spot? Charlotte Plains Hot Artesian Springs Fun fact people may not know? Played rugby for Scotland and scored a try against Australia […]
