Gartner names world’s leading supply chains as AI and resilience reshape operations
Schneider Electric has retained the top spot in Gartner’s Global Supply Chain Top 25 rankings for the fourth consecutive year, with new research highlighting how artificial intelligence, resilient supply networks and end-to-end orchestration are redefining supply chain leadership. NVIDIA secured second place in the 2026 rankings, while Walmart climbed 10 places to third, reflecting significant […]
Delivery Management Systems: What supply chain teams should know
Modern supply chains face increasing pressure to deliver products faster, more accurately and with complete visibility. Customers expect real-time updates, transport costs continue to rise, and businesses must balance efficiency with sustainability. As a result, delivery management systems have become an essential technology for organisations looking to streamline logistics operations and improve customer service. From intelligent route […]
Everything you need to know about the October 2026 Total Supply Chain Summit!
The Total Supply Chain Summit provides the best experience for professionals who are looking to explore a diverse range of solutions and connect with people in a highly focused and intimate environment – secure your place today! It is an invitation only event, ensuring that the attendees are specifically targeted to benefit from the Summit. […]
Using technology and data to maximise fleet and logistics cost reductions
Transportation continues to represent one of the largest operational expenses within most supply chains. Rising fuel prices, labour shortages, vehicle maintenance costs, regulatory requirements and increasing customer expectations are placing significant pressure on logistics budgets across both the public and private sectors. At the same time, organisations are expected to deliver faster, more reliable and […]
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July 2026 is Software Month on Supply Chain Briefing – Make sure your products are part of the story!
Each month on Supply Chain Briefing we’ll be shining the spotlight on a different part of the logistics market – and in July we’ll be focusing on Software. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help supply chain industry buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a […]
Supply chain leaders warned to look beyond agentic AI hype
Supply chain leaders are being urged to take a measured approach to agentic AI adoption as Gartner warns that vendor hype and so-called ‘agent washing’ could lead to costly missteps and long-term technology lock-in. Speaking at the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo in Barcelona, analysts said agentic AI is rapidly becoming a dominant theme in supply […]
Supply Chain Cost Reduction Strategies: How organisations are driving efficiency without sacrificing resilience
Leaders across both the public and private sectors attending the Total Supply Chain Summit continue to face significant pressure to control costs while maintaining service levels, operational resilience and customer satisfaction – but efficiencies can be gained without sacrificing resilience… Rising transportation costs, labour shortages, inflationary pressures and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty have all increased scrutiny […]
It’s time to secure your place at the October 2026 Total Supply Chain Summit!
Back by popular demand… Delegate registration is now open for the October 2026 Total Supply Chain Summit! Date: Monday 12th & Tuesday 13th October 2026Venue: The Manchester Deansgate Hotel Explore what’s new in the industry at this ever-popular event that offers you the unrivalled opportunity to meet 1-2-1 with suppliers and their latest competitive solutions to […]
TOTAL END-TO-END SOLUTIONS MONTH: How multi-site retailers and manufacturers are connecting planning, inventory and fulfilment
Volatile demand patterns, geopolitical disruption, rising transportation costs and evolving customer expectations are placing increasing pressure on operational resilience. At the same time, organisations attending the Total Supply Chain Summit are expected to maintain product availability, reduce inventory costs and improve fulfilment performance across increasingly fragmented supply chain networks… As a result, many businesses are […]