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Matthews Haulage: Pioneers the Future of Haulage and Warehousing

We are excited to announce the onboarding of Matthews Haulage Ltd, a distinguished leader in the UK haulage and logistics industry, as a new customer. This partnership highlights our dedication to providing cutting-edge, customer-focused solutions that drive operational efficiency and business success. Through this collaboration, Matthews Haulage is set to enhance its service offerings by integrating our advanced warehouse management system (WMS).

Getting to Know Matthews Haulage

Matthews Haulage Ltd. was founded in 1975. Over the years, the company has grown from a small operation using 35cwt Bedford vans into a “Rolls Royce” of the haulage industry. Matthews Haulage has doubled its facilities since moving to its 1.2-acre site in 1984. The company prides itself on offering top-tier service at competitive prices, utilising a modern, innovative fleet and highly motivated management team that goes above and beyond to meet customer needs.

A Shareholder Member of the Pall-Ex (UK) Ltd pallet network, Matthews Haulage plays an integral role in the daily movement of up to 18,000 pallets across the UK. This affiliation, coupled with their robust customer-centric approach, has established Matthews Haulage as a critical player in the logistics sector, trusted by businesses for their reliable, next-day delivery services.

In addition to their haulage services, Matthews Haulage offers secure ambient warehousing and storage solutions, with state-of-the-art technology and 24/7 monitored CCTV for enhanced security. These facilities support a wide range of B2B product companies in Hertfordshire and beyond, providing flexible storage options on short- and long-term agreements.

Why Matthews Haulage Chose Clarus WMS

As Matthews Haulage prepared to move into a new warehouse, the need for an advanced warehouse management system became apparent. The company sought a solution to integrate seamlessly with its operations, improve data accuracy, and reduce manual input. After evaluating various options, Matthews Haulage chose our WMS due to its robust automation capabilities, user-friendly interface, and ability to customise workflows according to the specific needs of its business.

Our WMS is designed to revolutionise warehouse operations using handheld devices and label printers. This technology ensures that every scan translates into immediate, accurate data capture, significantly reducing manual input and minimising the margin for error. This provides Matthews Haulage with a reliable foundation for inventory management and enables more informed decision-making.

A critical factor in Matthews Haulage’s decision was our ability to integrate with Qargo TMS. Although the system has not yet been implemented, this planned integration positions Matthews Haulage at the forefront of logistics management, offering enhanced insights and streamlined operations.

Additionally, integrating our WMS with Xero’s finance package was pivotal for Matthews Haulage. This feature allows seamless inventory and financial data synchronisation, streamlining the order fulfilment process and automating invoice generation. With real-time inventory and financial information visibility, Matthews Haulage can eliminate manual data entry, reduce errors, and improve overall efficiency.

A Partnership Poised for Success

Although the system has not yet been implemented, our partnership with Matthews Haulage is already laying the groundwork for future success. The anticipated rollout of our WMS will significantly improve inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, and overall workflow management. Matthews Haulage is looking forward to utilising the system’s user-friendly features, which will guide their team through each step of the warehouse management process, ensuring consistency and accuracy.

“We are thrilled to partner with Clarus in what promises to be a transformative journey for our business,” said Paul Walker, Operations Director at Matthews Haulage Ltd. “Their innovative solutions are exactly what we need to elevate our operations. The planned integration with Qargo TMS and Xero will provide us with a streamlined approach to logistics and financial management, allowing us to continue delivering exceptional services to our customers.”

We share this excitement about the partnership’s potential. “Matthews Haulage Ltd. is a leader in the haulage industry, and we are honoured to support their next phase of growth,” said Glen Wilkinson of Clarus WMS. “Our WMS is designed to meet the unique challenges of logistics management, and we are confident that our collaboration will drive substantial value for Matthews Haulage, enhancing their operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.”

As the partnership between Matthews Haulage and us progresses, we are optimistic about the future. Implementing our WMS will mark a significant step forward, opening up new opportunities for Matthews Haulage to improve service offerings, explore innovative solutions, and maintain the high standards that have been their hallmark for nearly five decades.