What are the true costs of global sourcing? Research conducted by Cranfield’s Centre for Logistics and Supply Chain Management for the UK Department of Transport highlights the significant risks and environmental impact of sourcing from distant low-cost
Browsing: Supply Chain
How do you balance ‘lean’ with ‘green’? Consumers want goods that have been ethically sourced and delivered in an environmentally responsible way – however they are not keen on paying extra for them. So to what degree can the FMCG sector accommodate thes
Global sourcing is in danger of being perceived as ‘ungreen’. However, it is possible to source from around the world in ways that are both ethical and sustainable, and to economic advantage. But success depends on well thought-out strategies, robust proc
Building a greener supply chain is not easy with conflicting views on carbon offsetting, food miles and biofuels. Technology can help – but so can a radical review of accepted practices.
ELA competence standards promote excellent company performance and boost professional development.
Yesterday’s supply chain networks are costing businesses today, warns Fraser Ironside, business development director for network design at Barloworld Optimus.
FKI Logistex has been awarded a contract by Bovis Lend Lease to design, manufacture and install a parcel sortation system.
Non food retailers and food retailers have taken up the most new shed space on the market,
Open Projects has developed a software solution to help retailers better manage the distribution of magazines and newspapers.
Catalyst International has agreed a formal partnership with Jade Communications, a UK-based network integration specialist.
