Organisations are constantly looking at ways in which to become leaner, greener, and more agile. Employing Lean Principles to streamline a business and support its supply chain is integral to achieving this. Nicky Hartery gives Dell’s perspective on a dir
Browsing: Supply Chain Analysis
Taking the right approach to lift truck appraisal and maintenance can have a significant impact on the performance of the fleet. Nick Allen
Research by developer ProLogis and property consultant King Sturge points to a healthy UK market. With the average industrial vacancy rate at 7.4 per cent, who’s got anything to complain about? But the Netherlands remains Europe’s most sought-after locati
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
Supply chain players must engage with the debate on climate change and carbon taxes. By Sam Tulip
Close on the heels of the sale of its logistics business, TNT now plans to divest its freight management unit. By John Manners-Bell
‘The real supply chain opportunity arises when you look over your corporate boundary,’ says the newly installed president of the European Logistics Association
Clothing retailers are turning to rapid response supply chains to deliver a cutting edge – leading to 50 per cent reduction in out-ofstocks and a three per cent improvement in margins. This, along with the rising importance of internet sales, is creating
Local sourcing is a relatively new challenge to the supply chains of retailers in the UK, but one which looks set to grow in significance.
Collaboration is paramount if we are to maximise value across the supply chain, says the head of supply chain at the Institute of Grocery Distribution
