Eastern Promise
The road infrastructure may still be poor, but low labour rates, along with its close proximity to western markets, makes the countries of Eastern Europe an attractive market, says Chris Lewis
Browsing: Supply Chain
The value matrix
Aligning the value propositions in your supply chain gives you that special market identity that keeps customers coming back for more, says Veronica Martinez
Innovative Thinking
The ELA has a packed agenda for 2007. More than ever, there is a need for education, the sharing of best practice, networking and innovative thinking.
A Shift to the East
The reshaping of the European Union will affect distribution in some profound ways. Romania, regarded by many as a wild frontier, could soon become a significant transit hub.
Entertainment UK to supply Virgin Retail
Entertainment UK has won a three-year contract to supply Virgin Retail with CDs, DVDs, games and books.
NHS Scotland NDC near to completion
A 150,000 sq ft national distribution centre for NHS Scotland, which was taken on a 25-year lease with 15 year break option at Canderside Toll Larkhall at junction 8 of the M74, is nearing completion.
Wincanton’s military win
Wincanton, has won the distribution contract for bulk loads of aviation products and diesel fuels to various RAF stations, warships and Ministry of Defence sites in the UK.
Sweet solution for chocolate retailer
Chocolate retailer Thorntons has implemented the Aldata Gold retail management software. Thorntons has some 350 shops and 200 franchises.
A high calibre of Supporting the Awards submissions
True to the spirit and objectives of the European Supply Chain Excellence Awards, the entrants this year came from a diverse range of industries and companies across Europe.
Go with the flow
How do you achieve an accurate forecast in retail? Enter ‘flowcastin’. By Penelope Ody