BIFA welcomes new customs declarations processing system
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) notes that the implementation timetable on the new computer system that will replace an existing system used for processing Customs declarations is under review by the programme implementation board. BIFA Director General, Robert Keen says that speculative comments on social media have caused further uncertainty among its members that […]
Fighting plastic pollution with technology
Returnable and re-useable transit packaging and equipment is a key business and environmental asset; unfortunately, a huge amount is lost or stolen each year. Warren Harris, Insight and BD Manager at Bakers Basco tells us how they’re using to tech to cut down on attrition and catch thieves in the act… A major part of the issue […]
Quadient system aims to speed up e-commerce packing
Packaging by Quadient – formerly Neopost – the automated packaging and postal solutions specialist, has launched the CVP Everest, a high velocity fit-to-size ‘auto-boxing’ system capable of tailor-making over 1,100 ecommerce packages per hour. Designed to help large ecommerce businesses hit peak volumes, the new super-fast machine has the potential to replace on average up to […]
The UK’s fleet industry is meeting in June – Join them!
There’s a complimentary guest pass reserved for you to attend the Fleet Summit, which takes place 8 & 9 June at Heythrop Park in Oxfordshire – claim it today! This unique event is entirely FREE for you to attend – simply reserve your place here for the opportunity to:- Source new innovative and budget-saving suppliers Learn from […]
Meet your new supply, logistics & distribution partners this May
A regular review of your suppliers can help you cut your expenditure, but sourcing new solutions is time-consuming and often frustrating. But there is another way – the Total Supply Chain Summit. 18 & 19 May – Heythrop Park, Oxfordshire This two-day event will give you the opportunity to meet with new suppliers, face-to-face, based on […]
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 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 Forecasting specialist […]
UK firms to ‘expand into overseas markets’ in post-Brexit landscape
Three in four UK businesses (78%) are putting plans in place to adapt for growth post-Brexit, with 18% of firms planning to expand into new overseas markets and one in seven putting plans in place to move their headquarters to an EU destination. That’s according to new research commissioned by ThoughtWorks which surveyed 1,026 businesses and […]
Packaging by Quadient – intelligent auto-packing systems for high-performance e-commerce
Packaging by Quadient – formerly Neopost – provides innovative automated packaging solutions that intelligently pack ecommerce orders into smart, fit-to-size cardboard packages – optimising at speed all steps of the package sizing, formation, sealing and labelling process. With over a decade of experience in the automated packaging industry, Packaging by Quadient is dedicated to eliminating excessive packaging […]
CASE STUDY: ARaymond uses QAD DynaSys Demand to redefine supply chain processes
On the ARaymond website it is clearly stated: “Five generations of entrepreneurs focused on the future,” encapsulating 150 years of history by this fastening and assembly solution specialist. Since the invention of the snap fastener in 1865 through to its current areas of expertise in fastening by clipping, fluid connecting solutions and bonding assembly solutions, […]
These fleet professionals need your help!
This summer’s Fleet Summit will have around 60 senior fleet management professionals who are attending the event to source new suppliers and new solutions. This unique event takes place on June 8th & 9th at Heythrop Park Resort, Oxfordshire where you will have the opportunity to connect with them for a series of pre-arranged, 1-2-1 meetings. Our […]
