The warehousing and logistics industry is ever-changing. So, it can be challenging to know where to begin when it comes to your own personal development.
However, if you are a manager responsible for training, HR, QSHE or operations, a good place to start is attending industry events. Here are five reasons why.
- Professional development adds value
Did you know that a large proportion of managers, including those in training roles, lack formal training themselves? In fact, 82% of those who enter management positions have not had any formal management and leadership training (Chartered Management Institute).
Perhaps you may feel you’re losing valuable time when you attend events. Whether that’s a few hours or a few days. But what you gain more than makes up for it.
Conferences often feature workshops, seminars, and presentations by experts. These are typically sessions that you can’t get elsewhere. This offers fresh opportunities for continuous learning and skill development.
For Learning and Development Managers, this can translate into better training programs. QSHE Managers can learn about new safety and quality standards, and HR Managers can gain insights into industry-specific workforce challenges and solutions.
- Keep up with change
Our industry is constantly changing. So, it’s important to understand the latest trends and hot topics.
Attending conferences can help you keep up with best practices, technological advancements, and new developments. This is crucial for the informed decision making and strategic planning that are key to your role.
Logistics and transport industries are also highly regulated. Industry-focused conferences often cover key information around regulatory updates. They can help you keep up with safety standards.
- It benefits your company
Attending industry events gives you access to continuous learning and opportunities for managers to benchmark practices against industry peers. You can also gain insights into strategies implemented by other companies.
All of this supports improved performance, operational efficiency, higher standards, and a greater competitive advantage. This can result in improved health and safety within the workplace. And help your company to grow and succeed.
- Networking, networking, networking
What better opportunity for you to speak to the peers, leaders, and partners in your industry than at a relevant conference, organised by the experts?
With safety and training experts all under one roof, there’s no better time to network with key people in your industry than at the RTITB Safety Summit in September 2024.
It’s a perfect way to build a strong professional network. This can lead to valuable collaborations and chances to share best practice. Plus potential career advancements. For HR and training managers, it may also provide an opportunity to connect with talent and training providers.
- Increase engagement
Even experienced professionals can lack inspiration. Investing time in your development can help you bring a renewed energy and motivation to your role.
Industry events can help managers like you to feel informed, connected, and equipped with the latest tools and knowledge. Which then becomes more effective training programs and improved safety standards. As well as increased professional satisfaction and engagement.
Join us at the RTITB Safety Summit on 19th September 2024
By attending this safety and training event (at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Manchester Airport), your teams can learn from industry experts. They can also network with peers and bring knowledge and skills back to your business.
Tickets for the Safety Summit are an affordable investment for both you and your team.
Click here to register for the Safety Summit or for more information, email the team or call us on 01952 520200.
Author: Laura Nelson, Managing Director, RTITB
Laura Nelson, has worked with RTITB, the leading workplace transport training accreditation body, for more than 20 years. She has been Managing Director for 8 years.
Laura champions the development of innovative training programs, training quality standards, and software. She aims to empower the transport, warehousing, and logistics industries to achieve safety excellence.
Her approach to leadership reflects her belief in the importance of the RTITB mission to save lives.
Laura is a qualified Transport Manager and ISO9001 Lead Auditor. She has also completed Cranfield University’s Business Growth Program.