ORDER FULFILMENT MONTH: Imposing control through clarity within global logistics
Geopolitical unrest and supply chain uncertainty are adding costs at every stage of the transport management process. For the 90% of companies reliant upon third-party logistics (3PLs) companies, planning the movement of goods from manufacturer to end market has become ever more complex. Contingency planning encompasses not only attacks on shipping, weather events and port strikes, but also […]
Complex, costly & confusing: The end of de minimis
When the United States quietly killed its $800 de minimis threshold in August 2025, few outside the e-commerce world took much notice. But for thousands of small and mid-sized exporters in the UK and EU, the impact was anything but quiet. Now there are moves to do the same in the UK and the EU. […]
Exporter’s Playbook launch webinar: 16 December
Global supply chains face rising geopolitical fragmentation, border checks are increasing, and authorities are stepping up post-clearance audits. For exporters, there are many practical challenges including getting valuation right, classifying products accurately, proving origin under FTAs, and using Incoterms® in a way that doesn’t create unnecessary tax or risk exposure. On 16 December, Alinea Customs, […]
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 […]