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Why UK supply chains can’t ignore carbon accountability

By Alan Stenson, CEO, Neutral Carbon Zone When it comes to credible sustainability strategies, the real challenge, and the real impact, often lies in the supply chain. In the UK, decarbonisation is no longer much of a choice; it’s fast becoming critical to business. Public procurement rules like PPN 06/21 now require suppliers bidding for central government […]

SOFTWARE MONTH: Building trust in AI through a decision-centric approach in manufacturing

It’s no secret that trust is the foundation for successful AI adoption. By addressing skepticism, prioritising data quality and ensuring algorithms are explainable and auditable, AI can become a powerful force-multiplier in manufacturing operations.  Manufacturers are increasingly looking to AI to boost efficiency, streamline operations and automate routine tasks, with 75% planning to step up […]

COST REDUCTION MONTH: Collaborative Logistics – Pooling resources to reduce costs and emissions

Collaborative logistics is emerging as a powerful strategy for supply chain leaders looking to navigate economic volatility, rising transportation costs, and growing pressure to meet ESG targets. By pooling infrastructure, assets, and operations with industry peers, even competitors, organisations attending the Total Supply Chain Summit are unlocking new efficiencies while cutting carbon emissions. Shared warehousing, […]

Making automation more accessible: A focus on trailer loading

Automated trailer loading systems (ATLS) are often considered the domain of large-scale manufacturing facilities and distribution centres operating shuttle runs between a factory and warehouse. However, new solutions offering more cost and capability options and zero trailer modifications mean a much wider range of businesses stand to benefit – such as those operating in Direct-to-Consumer […]

Driving Growth: AI’s role in building a resilient, fast and efficient automotive supply chain 

With automotive Time to Market becoming a key area of competitive differentiation, how are organisations leveraging digitisation, including AI (Artificial Intelligence), to safeguard supply chains in an increasingly volatile and unpredictable political and economic landscape? Bodo Philipp (pictured), CEO, MHP Consulting explains… New Supply Chain Pressures For decades, the efficiency of the automotive supply chain […]