Just 16% of UK consumers are satisfied with delivery services every time
Over two thirds (68%) of UK consumers have had an issue with delivery in the last three months – and, as a result, 24% lost trust in a delivery company and 24% lost trust in the retailer. That’s according to Descartes Systems Group’s latest Consumer Online Delivery Research, which set out to assess consumers’ online […]
Is Boris’ ban of petrol and diesel vehicles going to crush the transport industry?
The UK Government has announced official plans to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030. From then on, new hybrids or electric cars will be the only types of vehicles allowed to be manufactured – and after 2035, only pure electric vehicles can be sold. This legislation was introduced to support […]
Supply chain management & planning solutions – 2021 buying trends revealed
Distribution, Logistics Management and Operations Management top the list of services the UK’s leading supply chain professionals are sourcing in 2021. The findings have been revealed by the Total Supply Chain Summit and are based on delegate requirements at this year’s events. Delegates registering to attend are asked which areas they needed to invest in during […]
Achieve greater resilience with integrated logistics
By 3DS Today’s global value chains face disruptions on an unprecedented scale — from reduced workforces, tighter health and safety protocols, to severely restricted movement of goods. Given the sector’s complex, interconnected services and market volatility, logistics firms are under more pressure than ever to adapt to the new landscape, increase competitive advantage and for […]
Making tomorrow a better world in logistics
By Michel Waterschoot, Sales Manager – Southern Europe, Northern Africa, Middle East, Descartes The health crisis that we are currently experiencing, as well as its financial and economic consequences, should not mean we lose sight of the opportunities that can be leveraged today to help businesses continue growing and developing. This situation should be used […]
Transport & logistics staff more likely to be off work sick – Study
UK transport and logistics workers took nearly three times more sick leave than the average British worker last year, according to new research that identifies the countries most and least notorious for pulling a sickie. The research from time and workforce management solutions provider Mitrefinch, found that transport staff took 11.4 days where other workers in the UK […]
FTA raises government immigration policy concerns
The FTA has responded to the government’s call for evidence regarding the salary threshold for a future immigration policy, stating that proposed post-Brexit salary thresholds could impact the logistics sector. In a statement, the industry has asserted that with unemployment is at its lowest on record, and with logistics currently reliant on EEA workers to […]
How to easily master logistical challenges in the food and chemical industry
Different kind of freight brings different kind of logistical challenges and aspects to be taken in consideration. But they all have one thing in common: the need for reliability. Logistics of fast-mover shipments such as fruit and vegetables require maximum punctuality and professionalism. The suppliers must also respond flexibly to the actions of businesses and sometimes […]
Logistics employees among most likely to suffer relationship breakdowns
Workers with a background in healthcare and transport & logistics are among the most likely to have experienced a work-related break-up. That’s according to research from WMB Logistics, which polled 3,000 retired Britons about how their previous career choices and working lives had affected their personal relationships, particularly with their partners. 89% of retirees agreed […]
Do you specialise in Logistics & Operations Management? 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 and distribution market – and in August we’ll be focussing on Logistics & Operations 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, […]
