CASE STUDY: Flooring manufacturer accelerates shuttle cycle between factory and warehouse with moving floor system
Finding new ways to optimise supply chain and logistics operations is crucial for companies today to maintain a competitive edge. Shuttling manufactured goods between the factory and the warehouse can be a significant drain on resources and one that is often overlooked. But not by prominent flooring manufacturer Bjelin. As part of plans to future-proof […]
SAVE THE DATE: Total Supply Chain Summit – May 2024
If you couldn’t make last week’s Total Supply Chain Summit, don’t panic! The first of our 2023 events will take place on May 13th & 14th 2024. It’s free for you to attend and could help you reduce your expenditure by matching you up with innovative suppliers who match your business requirements. So register today to secure […]
Do you specialise in Order Fulfilment? 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 November we’ll be focussing on Order Fulfilment. 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 an Order […]
80% of supply chain not accounted for in current digital decision models
The vast majority of the supply chain environment is uncaptured by supply chain decision makers’ current digital models, resulting in digital trade-off analysis failing to improve outcomes, despite the potentially transformative capabilities of these new tools. Digital trade-off analysis includes things such as what-if analysis, scenario modeling, or simulations. Digital trade-off analysis offers improvements in […]
PRODUCT FOCUS: Metafour Courier Software
Streamline your entire delivery process in one, easy-to-use, intuitive cloud platform, that helps Sameday, Overnight, International, and Last Mile Fulfilment Couriers reduce costs, save time, scale easily, and delight customers. With 4 decades of expertise and innovation in the courier & mailroom industries, Metafour has developed world-class software that streamlines your entire delivery process, helping […]
3PL MONTH: How to choose the right partners for your business
In an increasingly interconnected global economy, third-party logistics (3PL) solutions play an indispensable role for many UK-based businesses. These external service providers can undertake various logistics functions, streamlining operations for businesses. However, choosing the right 3PL partner is pivotal. Below are the essential considerations UK supply chain professionals should take into account, based on input […]
Total Supply Chain Summit: Registration closing for next week’s big event!
The Total Supply Chain Summit takes place next week – This is your last chance to register your FREE place! Date: 16th & 17th October Venue: Radisson Blu Hotel, Manchester Airport The Summit is a must attend event, bringing together industry professionals with leading suppliers, for 1-2-1 meetings, to create valuable networking opportunities in the […]
Data, data everywhere: The future of AI in logistics transportation
Most shippers, carriers and logistics service providers understand the importance of data collection and data-driven decision-making. Data collected over time provides intelligence, enabling companies to enhance long-term decision-making. Meanwhile, real-time data can be used to make smart split-second decisions – like how to correct or replan when problems occur. Artificial intelligence is a potent tool […]
These are the solutions supply chain & logistics professionals need for 2023/24
Logistics Management, 3PL and Distribution are topping the list of solutions the UK’s supply chain and logistics professionals are sourcing for 2023/24, according to our exclusive research. The findings have been revealed in the run up to the Total Supply Chain Summit, which takes place on October 16th & 17th in Manchester and are based […]
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence in Logistics Planning: A game-changer for supply chain professionals?
The supply chain domain, particularly logistics planning, has always been fraught with complexities and uncertainties. From fluctuating demand to unforeseen disruptions, supply chain professionals grapple with a myriad of challenges daily. However, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into logistics is providing them with the tools to navigate this intricate landscape more efficiently and effectively. […]
