The Government Food Strategy: More research, policies and further consultation needed
The National Food Strategy published in the summer of 2021, was the first comprehensive review of the food system in 75 years, undertaken by an extensive panel of experts with detailed evidence-based recommendations. It resulted in the Government committing to release a White Paper to take forward or reject the suggestions it made. The catering […]
Driving supplier sustainability: In uncertain times, control the controllables
By Mark Perera, CEO and Founder, Vizibl I recently had the pleasure of giving a presentation at Procurement and Supply Chain Live at Tobacco Dock. Given it was my first in-person event since the pandemic shut everything down, it was a real buzz to be in front of an audience of my peers again, and […]
Do you specialise in Supply Chain Software? We want to hear from you!
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 focussing on Supply Chain 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 specialise […]
Modi’s vision for India ‘makes economic powerhouse crucial partner’ for Britain
UK Trade Secretary, Anne-Marie Trevelyan, is meeting with India’s trade chief, Piyush Goyal, on Friday for the fourth round of talks on a trade deal between both countries. This is a matter of urgency for the government, as officials rush to get the agreement over the line by October 24. India is predicted to grow at the […]
Supply chain crisis sees 85% of businesses move to ‘just in case’ model
Almost every UK organisation admits their supply chain needs improving, and over half (58%) think their supply chain needs a lot/significant improvement. That’s according to research from SAP, which says that in response, 84% of UK businesses are planning to move on from the 50-year-old ‘just in time’ supply chain model, which prioritised costs above […]
Meet with the industry at November’s Total Supply Chain Summit
As an industry professional you’re invited to attend our upcoming Total Supply Chain Summit, which is taking place on 7th & 8th November at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Manchester Airport. Unlike large expo’s, this intimate, hassle-free event allows you to build beneficial business relationships with suppliers that match your current project/business requirements. No hard sell, just a chance to […]
Supply chain management & planning solutions – 2022 buying trends revealed
CRM, 3PL and Demand Planning top the list of services the UK’s leading supply chain professionals are sourcing in 2022. The findings have been revealed following the recent Total Supply Chain Summit and are based on delegate requirements at the first of two events to take place in 2022. Delegates registering to attend were asked which […]
Could AI-generated inventions soon be patented in the UK?
With the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence technology, how are AI-generated inventions recognised when it comes to patents? Innovation funding and Patent Box experts ABGI UK look into where inventions created by AI systems currently stand in regards to intellectual property, and how potential changes will affect UK businesses… As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly advanced, how […]
Phase Eight looks to ensure ethical supply chain
Fashion brand Phase Eight has partnered with Segura to strengthen its commitment and approach to ethical trade. Segura’s solution will enable Phase Eight to modernise and improve the quality of its supply chain management, supporting its aim to embed full transparency throughout all tiers in its supply chain. As part of the TFG London family, […]
Calls for task force to tackle supply chain resilience
Britain’s manufacturers are calling for a cross-industry and Government taskforce to assess the UK’s current and future supplychain resilience and capabilities, as well as establishing an action plan to protect the economy from any future significant disruptive event. The call was made on the back of a report by Make UK and Infor, ‘Operating without Borders […]