Logistics UK Appoints Digital Development Director

Logistics UK has today (1 August 2024) announced the appointment of Jemma James as the business group's new Digital Development Director. Formerly

 the Managing Director of the Microlise Group's TruTac tachograph business, Ms James brings an extensive track record in business development and commercial management. 

 David Wells OBE, Chief Executive of Logistics UK, comments: "We are delighted to welcome Jemma to Logistics UK. Jemma will be responsible for the development
of our portfolio of digital products, including our market leading Vision platform, and Tachograph Analysis service. Her extensive sector knowledge and background in digital product development will be a great asset for our organisation." 

Ms James comments: "It's an honour to join Logistics UK's executive team in this pivotal role and help define an exciting new digital strategy for the organisation. 

 "My background as MD of a successful SaaS (Software as a Service) company means I'm well placed to evolve Logistics UK's digital offering in line with members' needs. 

Logistics UK is the leading voice in supporting and promoting efficient logistics. They recognise digital innovation is key for operational

 compliance and supply chains. With their own in-house development team, they are uniquely placed to deliver first class digital services, backed up by exceptional customer support and regulatory knowledge. 

 "This new digital landscape is exciting. Digital services transformation will not only increase member benefits, but will help future-proof

 our current digital services and support to members".

Logistics UK is one of the UK's leading business groups, representing logistics businesses which are vital to keeping the UK trading, and more than

 seven million people directly employed in the making, selling and moving of goods. With decarbonisation, Brexit, new technology and other disruptive forces driving change in the way goods move across borders and through the supply chain, logistics has never

 been more important to UK plc. Logistics UK supports, shapes and stands up for safe and efficient logistics, and is the only business group which represents the whole industry, with members from the road, rail, sea and air industries, as well as the buyers

 of freight services such as retailers and manufacturers whose businesses depend on the efficient movement of goods. For more information about the organisation and its work, please visit logistics.org.uk.