There are clever technical solutions for every supply chain activity – so why does everyone use spreadsheets? By Penelope Ody
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The trend to globalisation shows no signs of weakening. The purpose of this round table debate was to explore some of the many challenges that global sourcing is throwing up for supply chain operations and for the wider business. By Sam Tulip
Three prominent firms have recently overhauled their planning systems and are reaping the benefits. IKEA has improved forecast accuracy by between 25 and 80 per cent by using a single database and plan. By John Lamb
‘I want the best answer quickly,’ says the strategy manager, global supply chain at tobacco giant BAT
In a rapidly changing world, professional bodies face considerable challenges. The need to remain relevant to the needs of individuals and companies – how to address developments in logistics practice, how to keep abreast of technical change, and, not lea
The ailing pharmaceutical supply chain is going to have to get in shape to face the challenges of increased risk management and the medicine it needs might not taste too nice. By Chris Lewis
Rising supply chain complexity is driving a need for sophisticated warehouse management systems that can deliver improved customer service and cost reduction – visibility up and down the chain is crucial. Are your systems up to it? By John Lamb
Voice technology has enabled food distributor, Brakes, to increase accuracy and speed of picking operations across its sixteen sites. The technology could soon be used for goods inwards, put-away, replenishment and loading. By Greg Tanner
Tradeteam, part of DHL Exel, has won a four-year contract worth more than £60 million with Mitchells & Butlers which has brand names such as All Bar One, Harvesters and Vintage Inns.
Focus on the ‘three Vs’, says the director of supply chain and customer service EMEA, Rockwell Automation
