‘Last Mile’ Lessons from Covid-19
By Simon Mardle, Principal at Capgemini Invent Innovation is regarded as a necessity for businesses to function in unprecedented times, and COVID-19 has presented one such situation. The changing role of technology in our society is a window into the innovation catalysed by pandemic. From enabling remote working to allowing global audiences to attend virtual […]
Why does integrated planning remain important during the coronavirus crisis?
By Oliver Wight EAME CEO, Les Brookes Making decisions in a crisis is not just about adjusting to short-term changes but using scenario planning for the medium-term horizon to reactivate ‘usual’ operations at the right time. Business processes are often system driven, but this typically only works well in times of stability. Businesses with Integrated Business Planning have […]
Take the Supply Chain Briefing Industry Lockdown Survey today!
Here at Supply Chain Briefing we’re looking for the best ways to keep you connected with the industry during these difficult times, so we’ve created a short survey to gauge your views on lockdown working practices and the kind of virtual events you might be interested in attending – it’s all completely anonymous and will […]
Do you specialise in supply chain Cost reductions? 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 June we’ll be focussing on Cost Reduction 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 a […]
An update on the Total Supply Chain Summit
We wanted to update you on how we are moving forward with the Total Supply Chain Summit – 21st – 22nd September, Heythrop Park, Oxfordshire. We have adapted the event layout to ensure we are abiding by the social distancing rule, and therefore ensuring the health, safety and wellbeing of our event attendees and staff. The event […]
BIFA offers guidance for business life after lockdown
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has published a guidance blueprint on the steps businesses should be taking in order to facilitate a return to work once the current lockdown restrictions are eased by the Government. BIFA says that whilst it was difficult to provide precise answers to the many questions it has received from […]
Veolia launches COVID-19 disinfection services
Veolia has launched a COVID-19 disinfection service designed to ensure compliant treatment for businesses that need disinfection after lockdown and prior to reopening, including warehouses and distribution centres. Delivered by the company’s emergency response teams, the service eradicates the health and safety risks associated with confirmed or suspected cases of COVID-19 in buildings or on […]
The Importance of Supply Chain Resilience
By Anne van de Heetkamp, VP of Product Management GTC, Descartes Acknowledging potential weaknesses in your supply chain before they are exposed by elements beyond your control is of critical value. With current events in mind, managing future supplychain disruptions will be an integral component of corporate strategy. Calling it Supply ChainResilience, Supply Chain Disruption, or Business Continuity Management (from the ISO 22301 standard) does not […]
Total Supply Chain Summit: Meet with the industry again this September
Total Supply Chain Summit will take place on the 21st & 22nd September at Heythrop Park, Oxfordshire – the perfect opportunity to reconnect with your fellow professionals after lockdown. This event is a small, niche event unlike other large, busy exhibitions and conferences. We would love for you to join us as our guest. This unique event is entirely complimentary for […]
OpenText teams with Dun & Bradstreet on supply chain analytics
OpenText is integrating the data stores of decisioning data and analytics specialist Dun & Bradstreet into its Trading Grid Global Partner Directory supplier sourcing and onboarding platform. The integration will provide enterprises a single, centralised directory to identify reliable, financially stable trading partners and suppliers, allowing them to strengthen their supply chains to mitigate risk and prevent major […]
