Courier Jobs - Do You Need A Sat Nav System

Courier jobs and driving for a living mean you need a reliable sat nav system. If you don't invest in one you will waste valuable time and money. You could also lose customers and repeat business because you are late or unreliable.. So where to start?

I have listed a few simple and basic tips to help get you started.

Ok we are all trying to save money on anything related to our business and cost will be an important issue for you. But you need to realise that without a good system you will end up with more maps than a shop. As with any business the initial start up costs can always seem a bit "painful" but in the long run will reap the rewards. This applies to having the right navigation tools.. There is nothing worse than driving around, totally lost and wasting fuel at the same time. Courier drivers need to arrive at their destinations on time, not four hours late, otherwise you will not get that customers business again. Also fuel is very expensive and every bit you use reduces your profits and your courier jobs will end up costing you money.

Take a good look at the screen on the sat nav - the bigger the better and even more so if it is fitted with anti-glare feature. This will make your journey so much easier as you will be able to see the maps and menus more clearly. Anything that reduces your stress levels the better!!

Features such as route management, lane assist, traffic avoidance will also enable you to run a more streamlined and profitable courier business.

Not all sat navs with extra features are expensive and if you shop around you should be able to find some great deals. Sat navs are now very popular and most people have one so obviously this has lowered the price from say a few years ago. Have a look around some review sites and see what you can find and take your time - good research initially will save you money and hassle.

As I have stated before but will say it again because it is a very important point. When you are choosing your sat nav you obviously need to bear the cost in mind but also remember you are running a business and not using a sat nav for a random trip to the relatives.. So invest in the best one that you can afford. You can't do the "job properly" without the right tools.