Companies are finding it increasingly difficult to control their supply chains at a time when the cost of failure is higher than ever, according to the risk management association Airmic. Firms are outsourcing not just production but also their reputation to suppliers without understanding how they operate or having adequate risk management strategies in place.
News,case studies and product information relating to material handling,supply chain and distribution.
All the latest news and views from the world of material handling, logistics, freight forwarding and distribution. This section of the site carries articles relating to new contract wins, product launches, opinion from the trade associations, government departments, research analysts, the vendor community as well as case studies of material handling integration projects across Europe.
All key equipment sectors are covered, ranging from AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) ForkLift Trucks, Automated Storage Equipment, Conveyors and Sortation, Dock Equipment, Overhead Handling Equipment, Packaging and Labelling Solutions, Pallets & Containers,Transport and Distribution, Racking & Shelving as well as Trade Shows and Industry Events.
Skills Calculator presses the right buttons
Jun 18, 2013
The Skills Calculator, launched by Skills for Logistics in March 2013, is proving to be a success. In just two months, the dedicated website, www.skillscalculator.org, has already been visited by over 1500 individuals.
returnloads.net makes UKWA Awards technical innovation shortlist
Jun 18, 2013
The ease of use and effectiveness of returnloads.net has been recognised by the UK Warehousing Association, which has shortlisted the company for its industry awards.
Successful use of PTV technology in the logistics industry
Jun 18, 2013
PTV Group and its Spanish partner Optimize Logistic Solutions will be presenting the latest version of the trip planning software PTV Smartour at SIL Barcelona, the international trade show for logistics and material handling.
New AEB White Paper on customs procedures with economic impact
Jun 18, 2013
Incorrect product classification can have severe consequences and businesses are well advised to incorporate error-minimizing measures into their risk management strategy.
Witron solution for complete product assortment in all temperature ranges
Jun 18, 2013
The EDEKA corporate group Nordbayern-Sachsen-Thueringen (one out of seven regional German corporate groups) has selected Witron as the general contractor for its latest logistics and picking system.
Advantech-DLoG and its partner Luceor will be at TOC in Rotterdam
Jun 18, 2013
Nowadays, reliable, high-quality and cost-effective high-tech solutions are a prerequisite for smooth-running maritime traffic, shipping lines, ports, transport and logistics.
Smartrac wire embedding patent receives full validation by Chinese authorities
Jun 18, 2013
Smartrac N.V., the developer, manufacturer, and supplier of RFID transponders and inlays, has announced full validity and unrestricted confirmation of its patent CN 11 19 768 C by the Chinese Patent Re-examination Board (PRB).
Tong Peal Engineering announces specialist conveying range
Jun 18, 2013
Developed with quality, ease of use and minimal maintenance requirements in mind, Tong Peal's energy-efficient range of elevators and conveying systems will provide a complete handling solution – ideal for minimising manual processes at warehouses and packhouses.
