Risk Management in Supply Chains: 5 Steps to Mitigate Transport Risk
Supply chains face an increasingly complex landscape of challenges, from geopolitical disruptions and extreme weather events to rising customer expectations for faster delivery. Effective risk management in supply chains has become essential for maintaining transport continuity, minimising disruption and protecting operational efficiency. Here’s how delegates at the Total Supply Chain Summit are strengthening logistics resilience and creating […]
New Habasit Plastic Modular Belt increases multi-directional movement possibilities in Logistics, Distribution Centres and Parcel (CEP) Operations
Habasit UK and Ireland, a leading conveyor & process belting solutions manufacturer, recently introduced the Habasit M2483 Sphere Top 1” plastic modular belt, a groundbreaking product designed to optimise goods handling in logistics, distribution centres, and parcel (CEP) operations. The belt’s unique sphere top design enables high-performance, controlled multi-directional movement, offering new possibilities for automation. […]
Fulfil all your logistics & distribution needs at April’s Total Supply Chain Summit
The Total Supply Chain Summit is taking place in April, and as a senior industry professional have a free delegate place for you to attend – You can confirm your attendance today! DATE: 28th & 29th April 2025 VENUE: Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted 👍 I can attend – Book online (booking only takes 5 minutes) 🤝 I am unable to attend […]
February 2025 is Distribution 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 February we’ll be focusing on Distribution 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 […]
Entry Summary Declarations (ENS) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why are Entry Summary Declarations (ENS) required? ENS are required in accordance with the SAFE Framework of Standards to help customs authorities assess the safety and security of goods entering a territory. Starting from Friday 31st January 2025, UK legislation mandates all logistics movements entering the United Kingdom from Europe to complete a Safety and […]
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 […]