In an omni-channel world supply chain management needs to embrace more than just products, deliveries and the internet

Retail organisations are facing a seismic shift in the markets they serve – from multiple channels to international expansion. But are the systems in place to fulfil orders and manage returns across this altered and highly complex landscape?

With greater supply chain risks and increased complexity, do we have the right structures and people in place to realise the potential of intelligent procurement?

Global Brands, the drinks brand business, has purchased the Access Delta warehouse management system to run its 76,500 square foot Burton on Trent warehouse operation

Iveco has launched an iPhone app showing truckstops around the country. The ‘Hi-Stop’ app has a map function which shows truckstops within a 50 mile radius of the users’ location, and lists the amenities available at each stop

John Lewis has signed a deal with Gazeley to develop a 675,000 sq ft built to suit distribution centre at Magna Park Milton Keynes

Discount retailer has hired DHL Supply Chain to manage transport operations from its new £7m distribution centre at Hoddesdon

Jeroen Eijsink has been appointed as the new CEO of DHL Freight in Germany, where he will be responsible for all road and rail transport activities

The United Kingdom Warehousing Association is warning that HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is getting tough on warehouse keepers and hauliers who may unknowingly be handling goods on which the duty has yet to be paid

Torque has won a five-year contract renewal with women’s sports clothing retailer Sweaty Betty