Most people think of starting a trucking business with a dream of what they wish to offer. But the truth is has much more to it than that. Before you can have customers you need a business and before you can have a business you need a trucking office.
So, here are some tips on what a good trucking office should have. No, it might not be possible to have all of these. It is also possible that you’ll add other things. Keep in mind this is just a general guide for what a successful trucking office may need.
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1. Ensure Your Trucking Office is in a Central Location
Location. Location. Location! I know you have heard that before. But this is very important. Your trucking office should be a location that is not only easy for your customers to find you, but is easy for your drivers to get there.
Of course the cost of rent and space availability are also deciding factors.
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2. Ensure Your Trucking Office has Good Road Access
When it comes to finding a good location this is actually more important than being central. Sure you will shop around and find some really nice trucking office locations, with plenty of space, but there will be one problem. It isn’t easy to get to the main highway(s).