The Smarter Way to Send Oversized Items with a Large Item Courier
If you’ve ever tried sending something bigger than a standard parcel, you’ll know how difficult it can be. Most traditional courier companies focus on...
Importing Egyptian Fruits: 7 Buyer Advantages
If you handle produce procurement, the question is no longer whether to import fresh fruit from Egypt but how to do it efficiently. Egypt’s...
Dry Ice Pack for Shipping: Safe, Eco Choice-Tempk
As demands for food freshness and pharmaceutical safety continue to rise, cold chain logistics technology is rapidly advancing, leading to the emergence of various...
The Art of Controlled Chaos: How Logistical Inefficiency Drives Retail Performance
By Gilles Paché
In today’s retail landscape, efficiency is not always the golden rule. Some of the largest retailers have mastered the art of controlled...
How Tariffs and Trade Agreements Impact Global Shipping
Global shipping operates as the lifeblood of international trade, connecting countries and industries worldwide. However, the constantly evolving nature of tariffs and trade agreements...
How Export Management Can Boost Your International Sales
By Sophio Gozalishvili
Are you a business that wants to sell products in export markets? As businesses grow and enter international markets, they often find...
Powering the Next Industrial Shift: How IoT and Renewable Energy Are Redefining Global Supply...
By Indiana Lee
Global supply chains face rising pressures from climate change and economic instability, pushing businesses to rethink how they operate. In this timely...
Enhancing the Role of Strategic Sourcing for Supply Chains amid Tariffs Trade War
By Guilherme F. Frederico
The beginning of 2025 has brought uncertainty to global supply chains due to the new US administration’s tariffs on global trade....
Trump vs Xi: 60 Days to Supply Chain Collapse
By Eric Malley
The Strategic Stakes for Global Leaders
The U.S. economy is running out of time. Over the next 60 days, the convergence of the...
How to Choose a Reliable Supplier of Soybean Oil in Bulk?
Finding a reliable and stable supplier of soybean oil is not always easy. Price alone should not drive purchasing decisions—consistency in product quality, dependable...
What is Lead Time in Truck Shipping?
In truck shipping and logistics, lead time refers to the total time elapsed between placing an order for goods and their delivery to the...
8 Key Steps for Companies to Import from China
Introduction
China is a global leader in manufacturing, making it a key source of goods for businesses worldwide. Importing from China can significantly reduce costs...
Building Resilient and Sustainable Supply Chains
By Simon Bowes
On a day-to-day basis, supply chains are disrupted by a wide range of complex problems. The consequences can range from short-term efficiency...
H.I.G. Capital Expands European Last-Mile Delivery Network with Strategic French Acquisitions
In a significant move that strengthens its position in the rapidly evolving logistics sector, H.I.G. Capital has announced the acquisition of four strategic last-mile...
The Benefits of Low Fixed Shipping Rates
Shipping costs are critical determinants of competitiveness in the current global economy. The idea of using low fixed shipping costs has become one of...
Best Practices for Innovators Implementing Industrial AI in their OrganisationÂ
By Heiko ClaussenÂ
Implementing Industrial AI offers significant opportunities for operational efficiency and cost savings, but it can also present challenges. This article outlines six...
How Climate Change is Impacting Supply Chains Globally
Climate change is transforming how supply chains operate around the world. Rising temperatures and extreme weather conditions disrupt transportation networks, leading to delays and...
The Role of Digital Tools in Managing Construction Supply Chains
The construction industry is changing rapidly. Most contractors are shifting from traditional management methods to digital ones.
This change is due to the inefficiencies arising...
Rebalancing the Supply-Chain: How the Middle East is a New Key Player in Africa’s...
By Dr Guy Kioni and Shlomo Roiter Jesner
The global race for critical minerals is intensifying, with the Middle East emerging as a new strategic...
How to Choose Logistics for Cargo Security
In today's complex and fast-paced world of trade and transportation, the need for secure and reliable logistics is more significant than ever. Navigating through...
Sustainable Fulfillment: How Companies Are Cutting Their Carbon Footprint
Businesses worldwide are acting up as the globe becomes aware of the climate catastrophe. Even shipping and delivery companies, which are super crucial for...
Mind the Trust Gap: How Trading Partners Can Stay Closely Aligned
By Kate Vitasek
Team members use much different language when describing “good” versus “typical” trading partner relationships. Through assessments, companies can measure and address relationship...
Bridging the Silos to Better Manage Risks
By Kamil J. Mizgier
In every industry sector, companies are striving to overcome organisational hurdles to enhance their efficiency and productivity. Within the risk management...
How Companies Can Build Human-Oriented Bonds with Their Suppliers and Retailers?
Interview with Dr Bruno Roque Cignacco 
Discover how to transform your business relationships with suppliers and retailers through compassionate practices. In this interview, Dr. Bruno...
How Global Companies Are Implementing Supplier Diversity Policies
By Anna Sáez de Tejada Cuenca and Gemma Berenguer
It has become increasingly common for companies to implement supply-chain diversity to maintain a good image...
The Role of Accurate Unit Conversions in Reducing Shipping Costs
In today's global business sprint, every penny counts. Shipping costs can slam on the brakes of your bottom line, but there's a hidden gem...
How to Navigate the Complexities of the EU Supply Chain Law
By Bart A. De Muynck
The EU's new Supply Chain Law compels companies to ensure responsible sourcing throughout their global operations. This requires mapping entire...
The Evolving Landscape of Warehouse Management Systems in Europe
The face of Europe's warehouse landscape is changing dramatically. With the explosion of e-commerce into consumer use, requirements on omnichannel retail, and a market...
How to Build a Resilient Organisation
Attributed to Loizos Heracleous, Professor of Strategy at Warwick Business School
As macro factors such as economic trends, public health, war, technology development and...
How to Make Your Warehouse Operations More Efficient and Cost-Effective
Running a warehouse may seem like a straightforward task, but it requires careful planning and clever processes to ensure optimal performance and profit. Thankfully,...
A Practical Guide to Kick-starting Your Cyber Supply Chain Risk Programme
By Dr. Kamil J. Mizgier
The digitalisation of global supply chains is unstoppable and there is no doubt about the upside potential it brings in...
Is Your Cold Chain Efficient? Best Practices for Chemical and Perishable Goods
Effectively managing and monitoring temperature-sensitive and perishable items is vital to cold chain processes. Without a well-planned cold chain strategy, you risk wasting products...
Supply Chain Excellence: The Top Executive Education Programs in 2024
Where requirements and expectations are constantly changing, executive education is instrumental in dynamic industries like supply chain management.
Introduction
It’s no secret that supply chains were...
Managing Risk in a Modular Economy
By Kamil J. Mizgier
The business world is constantly changing, at a pace which humans are not able to catch up with. The premise of...
The Power of Load Calculators in Global Shipping
In the intricate world of global shipping, precision and efficiency are paramount. Achieving a delicate balance between cargo load, space utilization, and cost-effectiveness can...
How To Streamline Your Food Processing Operations
Streamlining food processing operations is crucial for enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality products. In the dynamic and competitive food...
On Economic Supply Chain Risk Capital
By Kamil J. Mizgier
Economic risk capital is an established risk management framework used by firms in the financial services industry to drive their capital...
Risk Mitigation: Tips To Safeguard Your International ShipmentsÂ
In the dynamic world of international trade, businesses traverse seas and skies to transport goods across borders, underscoring its role as a cornerstone of...
Building the Data Foundations of Supply Chain Decarbonisation
By Hervé Legenvre
The journey towards the decarbonisation of supply chains requires harmonised and reliable information on emissions as well as industry collaborations by not-for-profit...
Digital Strategies for Proactive Supplier Risk Management
By Kamil J. Mizgier
By learning to proactively manage supplier risks through digital strategies, companies can mitigate the adverse effects of disruptions, enhance supply chain...
A Guide to Dodging Shipping Slip-ups in Export, Import, and Logistics
Global trade is the backbone to modern life. It’s the industry that moves and transports the goods we all use and depend on daily....
Should You Invest in a Warehouse Management System?
Margins are shrinking in the warehousing industry. Customers expect to have their orders fulfilled around the clock, and an Australian warehouse management system is...
Sustainability in Retail: How to Build a Green Supply Chain
By Indiana Lee
As consumers grow more eco-conscious, sustainability has emerged as one of the primary goals across most industries. In a recent Global Consumer...
How Do I Find a Reliable Packaging Manufacturer?
When you want quality packaging with class, your packaging supplier can make a significant impact. Finding a reliable packaging manufacturer is important to ensure...
Inking Sustainability: The ESG Journey of Taiwan Paper Industry
By YANG, ZI HAN, Asia Correspondent, The European Business Review
The recent inauguration of the Taiwan Carbon Solution Exchange (TCX) marked a monumental step in...
Top 8 Benefits of BI Dashboards in Supply Chains
In the age of digital disruption, where data is the lifeblood of business, supply chain management has transcended its traditional role to become a...
Navigating The Building Approvals Process For Construction And Renovations
Are you planning a construction or renovation project and feeling overwhelmed by the building approvals process? Navigating the maze of codes, regulations, and permits...
5 Ways to Improve the Small Business Supply Chain
Small businesses tackle a range of challenges on a day-to-day basis, from competing against major companies for market share to managing finances and cash...
Breaking the Bottlenecks: Strategies for Improving Warehouse Productivity
Warehouse managers must do everything in their power to maintain high productivity levels and avoid delays within the wider supply chain. There are many...
7 Tips for Making the Right Food Processing Equipment PurchaseÂ
Food processing equipment includes all types of machinery used in the packaging, manufacturing, and harvesting of food products. However, there are so many different...