Safety measures in forklifts have come a long way since the early models, however there is always more to be done. James Falkner takes a look at how manufacturers are making forklifts safer.
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Complex supply chain operations are increasing the pressure on warehouse management systems to stay one step ahead. At the same time, IT professionals are under increasing pressure to squeeze more out of existing systems.
It’s a tough job but someone has to do it – deliver goods in our major cities with the traffic jams and waiting restriction at the delivery point. Malory Davies looks at the measures that can be taken to make life a bit easier in the urban jungle.
It’s arguable that global sourcing is changing traditional distribution patterns. But now, with the road transport system being affected by the rising price of fuel, are we now entering a new era where intermodality rules?
James Falkner takes a look at some of the latest projects in the warehouse storage and racking industry.
Logistics Manager’s survey of Top Logistics Service Providers is designed to provide the key information customers need when selecting a logistics partner-size, geographical coverage, market specialisation and so on.
Consolidation among the software providers, coupled with new competitors coming into the market, means that competition is hotting up in the supply chain execution sector. Malory Davies looks at the impact of the changes.
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With hauliers feeling the squeeze of rising taxes, increasing fuel costs and extra competition from foreign operators, IT companies are seeing more UK companies turning to technology, to help give them an edge. James Falkner looks at how the mobile IT mar
Is the European Commission’s latest plan for the logistics industry anything more than a thinly veiled attempt to push lorries off the road? Malory Davies reads the runes.
