Hiring independent contractors to be your company’s delivery and/or courier drivers certainly has its benefits, both for a company and the contractors. Some of these benefits include, but are not limited to: Flexible schedules, while reducing a company’s overall costs and making the best use of resources. That said, while there are numerous benefits like those mentioned above, there is also … Read More
Important Tax Information for Delivery Drivers
For delivery drivers, operating your own small business can be a very intriguing, lucrative idea. That said, it’s important to remember that as a sole proprietor you are responsible for several things you were previously likely not responsible for (like taxes) as an “employee” at another job, including (but not limited to): If you don’t have one, buying or … Read More
Forging Transportation Relationships with the ECA at the 2017
Today is the day that a few members of our dedicated team head to Dallas, Texas for the Express Carriers Association MarketPlace. What is that, you ask? “The ECA MarketPlace is a vibrant conference where Shippers and Carriers have the opportunity to network and provide information and referrals in order to form logistical partnerships… In ECA’s exhibit hall, known … Read More
5 Items Food Delivery Drivers Need Handy
Think ahead and be better prepared! For delivery drivers, convenience is key. Making things easier for yourself not only makes you more efficient, but also helps keep a clutter mind more organized. This couldn’t be more true for food delivery drivers. For those who are in the business, you know exactly what we are talking about. We’ve compiled a list … Read More
Recruitment should not be a burden.
Recruitment should she be Hassle-Free There are many obstacles that companies face when building a business. Aside from legal compliance issues and daily operations, getting the right people on your team is one of the biggest challenges that needs to be addressed. Being in the delivery driver industry for over twenty years, we understand that the recruitment of drivers is … Read More
An Interview with The Boss: See what Aaron Hageman has to say about worker regulation change.
In our industry, change is the only thing that is common. After 20 years of being in business, we’ve seen hundreds of worker regulations shift and we’ve also seen cases where not keeping up with that adjustment can mean big trouble for certain individuals. For Aaron Hageman, CEO of Deliver Driver’s, Inc., he has seen almost everything this industry can … Read More
A DDI Perspective: Trump’s Presidency & What It Means For 1099 Worker Regulation
DDI works with some of the most prestigious law firms in the country. We recently attended a seminar hosted by one such firm, in which the presenter, a member of the Trump Transition Team, spoke at length about some of the impacts we’d likely see his administration have on business. But what does Trump’s presidency mean for 1099 worker regulation? … Read More
Issues That Face HR Directors in 2017 & What To Do About It
Staying Current with Regulations While Managing Day-to-Day Tasks. It’s no mystery that companies continue to work hard at staying current with labor laws and regulations. Whether it be new federal or state laws, many employers are left in the dark when it comes to these issues. In our 20+ years of experience, we have discovered that over 150 labor laws … Read More
3 Way Delivery Drivers Can Make More Tips
Making money in your spare time is one of the main reasons why our partnered drivers enjoy working with us. The freedom to create your own schedule and select the areas you want to work allows you to be your own boss. But what if you were able to make a “little bit” more money on each delivery? What if … Read More
Walmart partners with Uber and Lyft for grocery deliveries
In a fierce attempt to step up competition with Amazon’s burgeoning grocery-delivery service, Walmart this week announced they will be testing grocery-delivery services with both Uber and Lyft. The retailer will start trying out Uber in Phoenix and Lyft in Denver within the next two weeks, and hopes to establish some kind of permanent system for expanding their business and marketing … Read More
Domino’s delivery driver saves man’s life
Domino’s employees at the Salem, Oregon operation ended up saving a regular customer’s life last week. Kirk Alexander, a middle-aged man who orders from the Domino’s Salem location three to four times a week, hadn’t phoned the operators in over 11 days. Sarah Fuller, the General Manager, knew there was something wrong. She sent deliverer Tracey Hamblen to Alexander’s residence. … Read More
New York’s Vinnie’s Pizzeria Unveils Pizza Box Made Out of Pizza
Just when you thought Brooklyn couldn’t be any more obsessed with pizza… think again. Last week, Vinnie’s Pizzeria unveiled a pizza box made entirely out of pizza. Inside the pizza box is, you guessed it, also a pizza. Officially called the “pizza box pizza,” the Pizzeria claims their ingenious packaging invention will reduce leftover waste, and leave consumers happier, and fuller, than … Read More