INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: Think outside the grid, with Price Protect
Wattstor’s Price Protect is a new renewable energy tariff that combines the flexibility of a variable rate, with the peace of mind of a fixed one. If wholesale electricity prices fall, you will benefit from a cheaper rate. This will always be lower than the market rate, no matter how much prices will fall. But […]
The role of fulfilment in driving sustainability and supporting ESG goals
By Nick Hoare, Director & Co-Founder at Prolog Fulfilment Sustainability is no longer a ‘nice to have’ for businesses – it’s a strategic imperative shaped by consumer demand, regulatory pressures, and the escalating urgency of climate change. A recent study found that 60% of global consumers now consider sustainability an important purchase criterion. For many brands, meeting Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) targets is becoming […]
ID8: The AI-Native Platform Transforming Procurement and Supply Chains
Procurement is no longer a back-office function — it’s the engine that drives resilience, agility, and efficiency across global supply chains. Yet many organisations still rely on siloed systems and manual workarounds that slow down decision-making and increase risk. ID8 Global is changing that. Formed as a joint venture between Jabil, a global manufacturing leader, and Cyferd, a pioneer […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: ID8 Autonomous Sourcing & Resilience Hub
Procurement and supply chain teams are under growing pressure. On one side, manual sourcing processes slow everything down—business users battle complex forms, sourcing teams drown in admin, and suppliers wrestle with clunky spreadsheets. On the other, global supply chains remain fragile, with disruptions—fires, strikes, bankruptcies, extreme weather—able to cripple operations overnight. The ID8 suite tackles […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: Verity – Warehouse intelligence in action
The future of warehouse operations lies in intelligence, not just automation. By combining autonomous drones, real-time data, and AI, Verity turns everyday warehouse activity into a foundation for accuracy, resilience, and growth. Warehouses today face mounting pressure from labor shortages, shipment delays, and unreliable data. Traditional automation often optimizes single tasks but fails to deliver the […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: Seeking hidden savings with ALS’s customs health check
In probably one of most challenging times for international business and trade, ALS helps UK enterprises to use customs compliance as a strategic advantage. Our expertise in Special Customs Procedures with focus on Inward Processing Relief (IPR) and Customs Warehousing (CW) supports many in duty management and cost efficiency. ALS Team offer a comprehensive Customs Health Check […]
The Implications of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for the Fulfilment Industry
By Nick Hoare (pictured), Director & Co-Founder at Prolog Fulfilment There has been much talk recently about the UK’s new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations and how they will affect businesses operating in the UK, and beyond. Rolled out in stages since 2023, the framework shifts the financial and operational responsibility for household packaging waste away from […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: Solvares Logistics
Solvares Logistics is a leading provider of optimisation software for the freight transport industry. The business mantra is to master the complexity of your business – Everything is solvable. The business has 2 software products: Opheo; a routing and scheduling software for fleet operators and LP2; an end-to-end TMS for shippers and 4PL logistics providers […]
The Solvares Group: Everything is solvable
The Solvares Group is a leading software company for a cleaner, more sustainable future. Our solutions optimise resources and processes – wherever mobility and planning accuracy are important: field service, maintenance, sales and logistics. Together we master the complexity of your business. The group consists of circa 350 employees, across 10 European locations and servicing […]
The Next Chapter of Freight: Insights From Amazon Freight
Uncertainty is the new normal’, said Dr. Rebecca Harding in a conversation with Chris Roe, Managing Director of Amazon Freight, as they discussed the challenges and opportunities shaping the trajectory of the freight industry. Few in the sector would disagree that economic headwinds, evolving regulations and geopolitical tensions have all converged to amplify the structural pressures on freight […]