Interview with Linda Bridgwood: A Leader in Logistics Technology

the Internet for research purposes.

The company's "wiz" Directory is a computerized directory that includes the contact information and location of every employee, making it easy for employees to locate each other for mailing or communication purposes. While the Internet can be misused, the company has implemented proper restrictions and monitoring to ensure that it is being used appropriately. Any personal or social use of the Internet by employees outside of work has no impact on the company. While the Internet may not be the most useful asset, it is certainly valuable as a research tool. However, there is a risk of misuse in the workplace, such as using it as a luxury to find information that should be reserved for home use.

Wincanton Logistics places great emphasis on the significance of mobile phones for holidays. The company acknowledges their advantages in facilitating constant communication and prompt decision-making, especially when employees are frequently out of the office. In such cases, Wincanton Logistics may provide a work mobile phone to ensure effective communication, which is crucial for its continued growth. All drivers have access to both a mobile phone and radio system at all times. While personal phones can be used for social reasons, using them only when necessary is strongly encouraged as personal devices are strictly reserved for work purposes.

Fax is a significant means of communication, especially when communicating with individuals outside the workplace, such as drivers. It plays an important role in the company's success and acts as an additional form of conveying messages. Faxing is heavily relied upon for transferring information such as milk take figures, making it one of the most popular ways

to communicate after traditional postal mail. For Wincanton, faxing is essential in delivering messages quickly, particularly at Aldermeads where sending post would be impracticable. Utilizing fax also simplifies sending and receiving information from home, enabling seamless communication between work and home life. Overall, faxing is critical to the company's prosperity while providing an extra method of communication.