Rising costs and shrinking margins are putting pressure on UK haulage businesses. Operators are being asked to do more with the same trucks and people. So, what are the solutions? MyTrucking explains why Transport Management Software is essential for staying ahead.
The problem: Rising costs, higher risk
UK hauliers are carrying more risk than ever, with some still working on margins of around 2% (as stated in the RHA annual cost movement survey). Fuel, wages, insurance and maintenance costs keep rising.
Many hauliers depend on manual processes. Businesses using pen, paper, or spreadsheets are at greater risk of falling behind. They’re often left with very little buffer if a job is planned badly, a surcharge is missed or paperwork delays invoicing.
Even small inefficiencies quickly eat into profits.
The solution: Smarter transport management
A robust transport management system plays a key role in helping you stay ahead. These systems use automation to simplify scheduling, generate custom reports, and integrate with your invoicing tools.
How Transport Management Software helps you save time (and money):
- Realtime visibility: A clear view of jobs, vehicles and status so planners can maximise utilisation, cut empty running and react fast when plans change.
- Confidence in your numbers: Reliable job data shows which customers, routes and vehicles are profitable, and where prices need to change.
- Better communication between office and cab: Shared, live job details and status updates mean fewer calls, less confusion and smoother handovers between planners and drivers.
What UK hauliers are saying
Mark Hurst, from GWT Farms Ltd, shares how they stay ahead. GWT Farms Ltd run a modern bulk haulage operation, alongside their wider farming and storage business. They move grain and other bulk products across the UK.
The fleet handles work from farm to store and on to merchants. For things to run smoothly, they require precise planning and clear visibility of what’s happening. They needed a Transport Management System (TMS) that would integrate with Xero, to give a more connected way of working.
MyTrucking came recommended and quickly stood out as a great fit! A key benefit of MyTrucking’s Xero integration is that it speeds up the invoicing process (getting cashflow in faster).
The benefits of MyTrucking’s invoicing
- Enter jobs once — no double handling
- Real-time updates keep everything in sync
- Push jobs straight through to invoicing.
A proven system, backed by exceptional support
MyTrucking successfully supports customers around the world, with 5,000 truck drivers using the MyTrucking app. This means they get the benefits of a proven system, backed by a global support team. GWT Farms Ltd confidently moved off manual systems, knowing MyTrucking help was available when needed.
“From the initial demo through to the data integration, the speed of response and professionalism that has been shown from the MyTrucking team has far exceeded its more local competitors.”
Mark adds:
“GWT Farms Ltd would have no hesitation in recommending MyTrucking to any haulier that wants an easy-to-use, functional transport solution with integrated invoicing and first-class support.”
Surviving the UK cost squeeze starts with better visibility, faster processes and more control. MyTrucking delivers as a trusted Transport Management System.
