FORECASTING MONTH: Planning for disruption, volatility and geopolitical risk in e-commerce supply chains
For supply chain and logistics leaders in e-commerce and retail, forecasting has become significantly more complex. Traditional demand planning models built on historical trends and predictable patterns are being tested by ongoing disruption, geopolitical instability and rapidly shifting consumer behaviour. From trade policy changes and shipping delays to inflationary pressures and demand volatility, organisations must […]
5 Minutes With… Steven Orchard, Business Development Manager at Staci UK
Staci UK‘s Steven Orchard highlights how combining operational expertise with technology and flexibility is key to unlocking growth in modern supply chains… Tell us about your company, products and services.With 9 UK fulfilment centres and 104 additional centres in Europe, the USA and China, Paxon brings together Staci, Active Ants and Radial to deliver a broader range of multichannel logistics solutions and […]
5 Minutes With… Genc Sabani, Head of Customs Solutions at ALS
In the latest instalment of our supply chain & logistics industry executive interview series we speak to ALS’s Genc Sabani about how data-driven customs strategies and proactive compliance are helping businesses reduce risk and unlock hidden value across their supply chains… 1. What are the most important changes you’re seeing in the way customs authorities […]
April 2026 is Warehouse Management Software Month on Supply Chain Briefing – Make sure your solutions 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 April we’ll be focusing on Warehouse Management Software solutions. 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, […]
Last delegate places released for April’s Total Supply Chain Summit
I’d like to invite you to attend the Total Supply Chain Summit, taking place in person on 28th & 29th April at the Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted. Only 3 complimentary places remaining This two-day event is designed for senior professionals working across the supply chain, logistics and procurement landscape. It offers the opportunity to explore new solutions, overcome […]
FORECASTING MONTH: Collaborative forecasting – working with suppliers and partners to improve visibility
For manufacturing supply networks, accurate forecasting has always been critical. But the challenge is no longer just predicting demand: it is coordinating that insight across increasingly complex supply chains. Global disruption, fluctuating demand and longer lead times mean manufacturers cannot rely solely on internal forecasts. Instead, many organisations are moving towards collaborative forecasting models, sharing […]
5 Minutes With… Liam Launders, Head of Sales at WTA Group
In this edition of ‘5 Minutes With’, we speak to Liam Launders, Head of Sales at WTA Group, about the realities of managing global supply chains in an increasingly uncertain world. With trade policy shifts, geopolitical tensions and fluctuating demand reshaping international logistics, Launders shares his perspective on how businesses can build more resilient supply […]
Across the Atlantic: The hidden structural differences shaping capacity in logistics
The road transport markets in Europe and the United States have shown clearly divergent developments since 2024. And while both regions experienced similar capacity movements in 2022, they have taken distinctly different courses in recent years. Christian Dolderer, Lead Research Analyst at Transporeon, a Trimble Company, analyses the market and explains the reasons behind these trends […]
DISTRIBUTION MONTH: Managing capacity, labour shortages and cost inflation
2026 presents a complex operating environment for supply chain and logistics leaders. Demand volatility, persistent labour shortages and cost inflation (across fuel, warehousing and wages) are putting sustained pressure on distribution networks. The challenge is not simply to cut cost, but to maintain service reliability while building longer-term resilience… Capacity planning in an uncertain market […]
March 2026 is Forecasting Month on Supply Chain Briefing – Make sure your solutions 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 March we’ll be focusing on Forecasting solutions. 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 […]