Are your supply chains ‘geopolitically elastic’? Analysts think they should be
Chief Supply Chain Officers (CSCOs) must proactively embrace a geopolitically elastic supply chain strategy to support their organisations’ growth objectives, according to boffins at Gartner. An elastic supply chain capability, which can expand or contract supply in response to geopolitical risks, provides supply chain organisations with greater flexibility and efficacy than operating from a single […]
DOWNLOAD: The essential guide to selecting a third-party logistics (3PL) partner
By The Supply Chain Consulting Group (SCCG) Is your business experiencing rapid growth, making it difficult to manage your warehouse and logistics operations in-house? Are you considering outsourcing your operations but unsure where to start? Our newly launched whitepaper, The Essential Guide to Selecting a Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Partner, is here to guide you through the […]
PACKAGING & LABELLING MONTH: The essential components for your warehouse and distribution needs
Packaging and labelling are essential components of the supply chain, ensuring product protection, brand identity, and compliance with regulations. Supply Chain Managers have a wide range of options to choose from, each with its own advantages and considerations – let’s unbox what’s on offer, based on stated requirements among delegates at the upcoming Total Supply Chain Summit… Packaging Materials […]
LOGISTICS & OPERATIONS MONTH: Planning for success with the best suppliers
Effective logistics and operations planning is essential for ensuring a smooth and efficient supply chain. For senior supply chain professionals, developing a robust plan involves several key considerations, as outlined by delegates and suppliers at the Total Supply Chain Summit… Key Components of a Logistics and Operations Plan Roles and Responsibilities Communication and Collaboration Best Practices By […]
Consumer convenience as the new currency
Success in ecommerce and retail today hinges on consumer convenience. In order to be successful both now and into the future, and in response to changing customer demands, businesses must enhance platform accessibility, refine product presentation, and ensure mobile compatibility to meet customer preferences effectively. Operating in the multichannel space means keeping listings updated, tracking […]
Latest Digital Catapult collab looks to improve supply chain security
Digital Catapult has announced the technology businesses that will be joining the Made Smarter Innovation Digital Supply Chain Hub programme to apply deep tech solutions to bolster the resilience of national supply chains. Each company will receive funding of up to £150,000 to address one of three supply chain challenges in cybersecurity, carbon management, and data […]
Learn how to engage Net Zero at Total Supply Chain Summit
Join us at the Total Supply Chain Summit in October, where top speakers will be sharing their experience and knowledge! 14th & 15th October 2024 – Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester Airport Here’s what your time at the event will look like >> Your free pass includes attendance to our seminar programme, where we will be joined by expert […]
If you specialise in Labelling & Packaging solutions 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 September we’ll be focussing on Labelling & Packaging Solutions. 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 […]
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Inventory Accuracy – Resilience and Efficiency
It’s nothing new to suggest that inventory accuracy is an essential part of maintaining the efficiency and resilience of your supply chain, nor is it groundbreaking to deploy a WMS which you hope will take care of this for you. But the reality is that your WMS recorded inventory is only as good as the […]
Enabling ‘Farm to Fork efficiency between supermarkets & producers
Today, consumers across the UK are facing a cost of living crisis. As a result, many retailers and supermarkets are striving to keep their costs down, so that they can avoid passing these onto shoppers. Within this, one area that is increasingly under scrutiny for many organisations surrounds how to improve supply chain efficiency. This is taking place […]
