Why you should be rethinking your student transport tender

Expand your talent pool & boost retention! Shared staff transport makes hiring, commuting, and team wellbeing easier for all.

Student transport across secondary education and FE colleges has changed more in the past 5 years than in the previous two decades.

For bursars and headteachers alike, selecting a suitable home-to-school transport partner is about a lot more than simply getting students from A to B.

We have just secured $23M in Series B funding to further scale our mission: making sustainable, inclusive transportation the norm, not the exception, for frontline workers.

Retailers are cutting costs and boosting retention with scalable shuttle services. Here’s how Zeelo helps avoid headcount cuts during peak

Zeelo hits 15 million rides, adding 5 million in just 10 months. Discover what this milestone means for the future of smarter, scalable employee transport.

Universities in the UK are contending with some of the most serious challenges of their modern history; institutions across the country now grappling with deep rooted issues that threaten their future

In a post-pandemic economy faced with a widespread skills shortage, regional inequality and low productivity, FE colleges are not just relevant, they are essential.

Faced with a mandatory 20% taxation on tuition fees, independent schools are adopting various strategies and initiatives to navigate this hurdle, aiming to maintain financial stability.

While various retention strategies exist, one of the most effective and often overlooked solutions is transportation.

While conversations often focus on immigration policies, wages, and automation, one crucial factor remains largely overlooked: transport.

With a fully managed, technology powered shuttle service, like those provided by Zeelo, food manufacturers can overcome these hurdles and build a more stable and resilient workforce. 

One of the greatest challenges retailers face is around recruitment. Warehouses, fulfilment and distribution centres often struggle to find and keep enough workers, particularly around out of hours

With UK rail fares increasing by 5.9% in 2024, fuel costs rising 17% year-over-year, and commuting times worsening, employees are questioning whether office work is worth it.

This blog will explore the impact of employee transportation on commercial real estate development and management; sharing how it plays a pivotal role in client retention, particularly across the UK

Recruiting early talent (including graduates and apprentices) presents both opportunities and challenges for UK employers.

Improving employee commutes has emerged as a critical strategy for reducing attrition and increasing job satisfaction across the UK tech scene.

Without reliable transport, companies risk longer hiring cycles, high attrition rates, and increased recruitment costs. The solution? Employer-managed transport.

Hiring for shift workers is harder than ever. If you are struggling to recruit and retain workers, it’s time to ask an important question: Can your employees actually get to work?

As urban areas continue to expand and the number of vehicles on the road rises, congestion and parking shortages have become critical issues for automotive businesses.

Seasonal hiring comes with significant challenges. Finding enough workers, ensuring they show up on time, and maintaining productivity are all major concerns.

The pharmaceutical industry is at the forefront of medical advancements, yet it faces a persistent challenge in attracting and retaining top talent.

Remote work has redefined employment across the tech space, allowing businesses to access a global workforce, reduce operational costs and provide employees with increased autonomy and flexibility.

Stronger customer relationships, greater retention rates, and more referrals benefit businesses that make investments in creative solutions, cutting-edge technology, and employee well-being.

While firms are investing in new ways to increase engagement, one critical factor is going unaddressed: how employees get to work.

Lengthy, costly and unreliable commutes continue to be a driving force behind employee dissatisfaction, often out-weighing the perceived benefit of in-person collaboration.

Workers facing inconsistent or lengthy travel to work are far more likely to experience job dissatisfaction, ultimately impacting their performance, output, well being and long term commitment.

Unplanned absences and no-shows are costing the industry millions of dollars each year in lost productivity, increased overtime expense and operational inefficiencies.

Can your employees consistently and reliably get to work? If they can’t, the odds of them sticking around drop significantly. Here is a look at how transportation (or lack of) might be contributing

Tech turnover is high, but companies can retain top talent with career growth, work-life balance, strong leadership, and competitive pay. Discover key retention strategies.

With over 400,000 people making up the workforce, the food industry contributes significantly to the UK economy, though struggles to attract, retain and nurture talent in the face of shifting dynamics

With surging turnover rates, rising absenteeism and persistent hiring challenges; retailers are facing an unprecedented battle to maintain a stable and settled workforce.

High turnover in 3PL disrupts operations and drives up costs. Discover how competitive pay, career growth, and automation can improve retention and boost efficiency.

Facility managers can enhance workplaces with flexibility, tech, and sustainability. Discover strategies to boost employee satisfaction, client retention, and efficiency.

A strong workplace experience boosts client retention in real estate. Discover how smart design, collaboration, and service excellence create lasting tenant loyalty.

Successful return-to-office strategies prioritize flexibility, incentives, and employee experience. Discover what works, and what doesn’t to create a thriving workplace.

The UK pharma industry faces skills gaps, regulatory hurdles, and talent shortages. Discover strategies to attract, retain, and upskill top talent for sustained growth.

The grocery sector in the UK is grappling with significant labour shortages, making it increasingly challenging for major grocers/supermarkets to hire and keep employees.

Workplace congestion and parking shortages impact productivity and retention. Explore tech-driven solutions, policy changes, and sustainable transport to ease the strain.

Reduce employee turnover in shift-based industries with better pay, flexible schedules, career growth, and workplace support. Discover strategies to boost retention.

Workplace accessibility is now key to client retention in commercial real estate. Learn how facilities managers can enhance inclusivity, experience, and efficiency.

With businesses struggling to manage rising operational costs and recruitment challenges, more and more regional areas have become viable alternatives for skilled professionals.

The US financial services sector faces a talent crisis as workers seek better pay, flexibility, and growth. Learn how firms can attract, retain, and develop top talent.

The US pharma industry faces a growing talent shortage. Discover strategies to attract, upskill, and retain skilled professionals to drive innovation and growth.

Employees are resisting return-to-office mandates due to commuting costs, work-life balance, and productivity concerns. Learn how businesses can ease the transition.

The tech industry faces a talent crisis with high turnover and fierce competition. Learn how companies can boost retention with better pay, flexibility, and growth.

The US logistics industry faces labor shortages, rising costs, and workforce shifts. Learn how 3PLs and retailers can attract, retain, and support workers in 2025.

Grocery workers are quitting at record rates due to burnout, low pay, and poor conditions. Learn how retailers can improve retention and prevent ongoing labor shortages.

Employers struggle to recruit shift workers amid labor shortages. Discover key hiring challenges and strategies to attract, retain, and support a modern workforce.

No-shows in food manufacturing lead to financial loss, production delays, and supply chain disruptions. Discover strategies to reduce absenteeism and protect efficiency.