How real-time manufacturing operations drive competitive advantage in volatile markets
By Louis Columbus, Senior Industry Marketing Manager at DELMIA Manufacturing leadership must assess manufacturing operations management (MOM) transformation strategically rather than technically. The question isn’t whether existing systems function adequately today, it’s whether they’ll enable tomorrow’s competitive positioning. Manufacturing executives confronting today’s operational challenges recognize a fundamental truth: traditional execution systems designed for stable markets have […]
ERP foundation for future success in a changing automotive market
The automotive industry across Europe is in transition. New market entrants, US tariffs and a changing technology base are adding competition, cost and uncertainty. The impact is clear, with the number of vehicles manufactured in the UK falling to the lowest level since 1953 this summer. Legislative confusion, such as the relaxation of electric car targets, further […]
ORDER FULFILMENT MONTH: Parcel Consolidation – The smart route for reducing international delivery costs
By Dani Mechlowitz, CRO at ITD Global Global ecommerce is expanding at an extraordinary pace. According to SellersCommerce, in 2024 2.71 billion people shopped online and by the end of this year, that number is expected to hit 2.77 billion. Yet while consumer appetite for speed and convenience keeps climbing, the economics of delivery are becoming […]
Shaping the Future: Five manufacturing trends to watch in 2026
With 2026 looming, now’s the time for UK manufacturers to take stock of their internal operations and external trends to identify how and where they can gain a competitive advantage and drive growth in the new year. 2025 saw the growth of a number of emerging technologies, including the further growth of integrated technologies like […]
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 […]
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 […]