Last-Mile Delivery Optimisation: Faster, Greener and More Cost-Effective
Last-mile delivery remains one of the most challenging and important stages of supply chain management. As customer expectations continue to rise and sustainability targets become more demanding, last-mile delivery optimisation is helping organisations balance delivery speed, cost control and environmental performance. By adopting innovative technologies and smarter fulfilment strategies, supply chain professionals can improve operational efficiency while […]
Experts reveal 5 keys to success for manufacturers in 2025
2025 is here and the release of MakeUK’s most recent Manufacturing Outlook report suggests that sector optimism is on the up. Fuelled in part by expectations of greater political stability, UK manufacturers are looking forward to a boost in their overall economic prospects in the new year. Expectations of a manufacturing-led industrial strategy, and a generally more […]
January 2025 is Transport Delivery Management Month on Supply Chain Briefing – Here’s how to get involved!
Each month on Supply Chain Briefing we’ll be shining the spotlight on a different part of the logistics market – and in January we’ll be focussing on Delivery Management. 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 […]
Online courses for supply chain & logistics professionals – Fully updated for 2025!
We have a wide selection of online courses tailored specifically for the supply chain sector, enabling you to both amass new skills and improve existing ones in 2024 and beyond – start learning today! These are specially-curated online courses designed to help you and your team improve expertise and learn new things. The Management, Leadership & […]
UK Accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)
On 15 December 2024, the United Kingdom officially acceded to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), opening a new chapter in its global trade ambitions. For UK businesses, this milestone means enhanced opportunities to trade with key CPTPP nations, including Japan, Singapore, Chile, New Zealand, Vietnam, Peru, Malaysia, and Brunei. Although Canada […]
January Warehouse Restocking: The biggest inventory refresh of the year!
January marks a significant moment in the supply chain calendar — a time to reflect on the past year and prepare for the one ahead. Drawing inspiration from Janus, the two-faced Roman god who looks both forward and back, this month brings with it unique challenges and opportunities for warehouse stocktaking operations. January is a time […]
Survey: A third of freight decision makers say warehouse efficiency is most viable option to boost customer satisfaction
A report released this year by renowned economist and trade expert Dr Rebecca Harding, and sponsored by Amazon Freight, UK and DE Freight Trends: 2024 and Beyond, examined the specific pressures that face supply chain decision-makers, uncovering the impact on global logistics and the road ahead. Obstacles to efficiency When asked about the main challenges of 2023, 31% […]
Funding and Scalability of UK Farming: The agriculture outlook 2025
The agricultural sector is one of the UK’s oldest and most treasured exports, but has faced some of the most significant challenges of any industry in recent years. The UK agricultural sector accounts for 70% of our total land area – 17 million hectares. In 2023, agriculture contributed £13.7bn to the UK economy, employing 462,100people. Despite these impressive figures, […]
Total Supply Chain Summit: A date literally can’t afford to miss
Make a date to join your industry peers at the Total Supply Chain Summit in April, where you’ll have the opportunity to meet with leading supply chain and logistics solution providers to discuss the specific needs of your business. DATE: 28th & 29th April 2025 VENUE: Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Your pass will be fully funded by […]
TRANSPORT PLANNING MONTH: Autonomous technologies and predictive analytics will shape the landscape
With the ongoing challenges of fuel costs, sustainability pressures, and increasing customer expectations, these transport planning and load optimisation solutions offer innovative ways to streamline operations, reduce costs, and meet regulatory demands. Here are the biggest trends shaping the landscape, including requirements, technologies, costs, and future outlook… 1. AI-Driven Route and Load Optimisation Artificial Intelligence […]