Supermarkets commit to responsible recruitment in supply chains
Aldi, Co-op, M&S, Sainsbury’s, Tesco and Waitrose have joined together as Founding Sponsors of the Responsible Recruitment Toolkit (RRT). ResponsibleRecruitmentToolkit.org is one-stop, practical capacity building tool supporting businesses to embed responsible recruitment practices in their supply chains. The creators have mapped relevant global social compliance codes to define 27 responsible recruitment labour standards to cover […]
Do you specialise in supply chain Forecasting? 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 and distribution market – and in March we’ll be focussing on Forecasting. 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 […]
BIFA Customs-related training courses now CPD accredited
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has secured Continuous Professional Development (CPD) accreditation for both of its Customs-related training courses. CPD accreditation is one of the highest standards for both academic and practical qualifications, ensuring teaching and learning remain up to date. Carl Hobbis, BIFA’s training development manager, said: “Getting your courses CPD accredited to […]
GUEST BLOG: Streamlining your supply chain with the IoT
By Derek Bryan, Vice President EMEA, Verizon Connect Around the world, supply chain networks are experiencing a transformational wave of new challenges and changes. The widespread uptake of digital technologies means customers now expect faster, more precise purchasing and fulfilment processes. As a result, organisations are seeking to deploy more innovative technologies within their operations […]
Claim your FREE place at the Total Supply Chain Summit
This spring’s Total Supply Chain Summit takes place on May 20th & 21st and your free VIP place includes overnight accommodation, all meals and refreshments, plus an invitation to our gala dinner with entertainment. Simply register here. The Total Supply Chain Summit is a unique two-day event designed specifically for senior supply chain, logistics and […]
Fleet Services Management Summit 2019 – Save the date!
The Fleet Services Management Summit has been confirmed for 2019 – Make a date in your diary now for this two-day event taking place on November 11th & 12th at Whittlebury Hall, Northamptonshire. And ensure you have a place by registering for your free VIP ticket. As our VIP guest, you will be benefit from: A personalised […]
BIFA launches freight forwarding apprenticeship drive
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has launched a website to help both employers and recruits to better understand apprenticeship opportunities in the freight forwarding industry. The development follows last year’s introduction of the International Freight Forwarding Specialist apprenticeship, which aims to provide more opportunities for young people in the industry. The microsite includes case […]
The Hut Group readies £31m Manchester logistics site
A new £31m development housing The Hut Group’s new 168,000 sq ft warehouse and 104,000 sq ft office space next to Manchester Airport has been approved. The project will be delivered by Icon Industrial at its 45-acre warehouse and logistics site at the airport, including a new 280,000 sq ft office building at Airport City […]
Supply chain businesses join forces to support the Northampton Hope Centre’s Big Sleep Out
PALLITE and Kingsley Consulting joined forces for a second year to support the Northampton Hope Centre’s Big Sleep Out on Friday 1st February. The Northampton Hope Centre’s Big Sleep Out is designed to help raise awareness and understanding of the realities of living on the streets, whilst raising thousands for the charity, which supports homelessness […]
If you tick these boxes, you need to be at the Total Supply Chain Summit
Are you a senior professional working in Supply Chain, Logistics, Distribution or Operations? Do you have any upcoming projects? Are you looking to reduce your expenditure? Would you like to learn about new innovations and trends in the sector? If you’ve answered ‘Yes’ to any of these questions, we’d like to invite you to the […]
