Sedex, the trusted partner for environment, social and governance (ESG) and sustainable data, has released an update to its industry-leading risk assessment technology. The Radar tool provides businesses with more than 340,000 risk scores to identify and compare supply
Planet Organic has announced its intention to centralise Supply Chain services with Howard Tenens Logistics Limited, in a new and unique partnership.
XPO Logistics, a leading provider of freight transportation services, will host its second women drivers forum at its national distribution centre in Crick, Northamptonshire, on 22 March. The company encourages all women drivers in its UK and Ireland operations to
Jungheinrich is building an automated solution for Coca-Cola HBW (High Bay Warehouse) at it’s Radzymin plant in Poland. The new warehouse system expands the existing facility and offers state-of-the-art technology. Construction will be carried out whilst maintaining ongoing operations and
Every business has unique goals and ways to measure success. However, the desire to cut costs, reduce complexity and improve sustainability is universal. That is why it is essential to consider all aspects and processes that contribute to these objectives,
Brexit and the COVID-19 pandemic have sent shock waves through the supply chain and are driving a surge in demand for warehouse space in the UK, as businesses increase their inventory holdings and even stockpile.
Q&A with Adrian Dale, managing director at reusable packaging and supply chain solutions specialist Tosca
The Coca-Cola Company, Colgate-Palmolive Company and Unilever have joined the Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev) 100+ Accelerator to fund and pilot sustainable innovation in supply chains.
The supply chain can be the strongest or the weakest link in any business operation. When it comes to managing a complex system that involves many contributors, getting it right is not always easy. That’s why it’s vital to work
Menzies Distribution (Menzies) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Bibby Distribution, a leading national logistics and supply chain services business, from the 213-year old, family owned Bibby Line Group. The transaction creates a major force in UK logistics, unlocking
Five hundred million tomatoes – that is roughly the amount the APS Group grows every year. It is the UK’s largest supplier of British tomatoes to the high street and responsible for around 30 percent of production in the country.
XPO Logistics, a leading global provider of transport and logistics solutions, has been selected by Greene King plc to manage dedicated warehousing and distribution for Greene King’s secondary drinks channel. XPO will provide innovative logistics services from five warehouses distributing
Menzies Distribution, the UK’s leading national, time-critical logistics partner, has been named as one of the UK’s top-performing private companies in The Sunday Times Top Track 100 for the second year in a row.
The food and consumer goods supply chain has evolved dramatically in recent months, and in response IGD has enhanced its Supply Chain Analysis platform to provide business with the tools needed to thrive in the new environment. Informed by the
Leading parcel delivery firm DPD has helped turn a palliative care nurse's idea into a nationwide initiative to provide much needed welfare and treat packs for patients and NHS staff.
Two weeks in to the coronavirus crisis, Lisa Morales-Hellebo and Brian Aoaeh, founders of The Worldwide Supply Chain Federation (#TWSCF), knew they had to help. “The shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE) and ventilators was staggering; not to mention the
In response to the Coronavirus crisis, Bis Henderson Group, the ‘talent-to-solutions’ supply chain services company, is ensuring the wellbeing of all its employees by taking the precautionary steps recommended by the government, including remote working for all its consultants and
Iptor Supply Chain Systems, a leader in distribution and supply chain management, planning and logistics software and services, has today further embraced cutting edge cloud technology with the official launch of “Sara”, its AI chatbot. Sara gives customers detailed,
Holland & Barrett has adopted Paragon’s routing and scheduling software as part of its ongoing transformation, strengthening operations to better deliver what customers expect in a rapidly evolving retail sector. The software solution will enable the health and wellness retailer
Building on an existing 20-year relationship, Cormar Carpets has renewed its contract with Wincanton by a further five years.
Oakland International and Jungheinrich UK have announced a long-term contract that will combine cutting edge technology and optimised processes to deliver business and environmental advantages across Oakland’s supply chain operations.
Sustainability performance is critical to ensuring a healthy supply chain that nurtures business growth. How can supply chain sustainability risks impact your business?
Wincanton has won a three-year contract with Banbury-based health, beauty and household brand distributor DCS Group.
Much of a retail business’ ability to remain competitive and relevant to a market depends upon the readiness of its supply chain to react and adapt swiftly to change. Smart technology and flexible processes may go some way to facilitate
Work to deliver such a large quantity of Christmas trees started back in April with final orders completed by early November. From the moment the tree is cut, to when it is delivered, takes no longer than seven days and
