All Supply chain articles – Page 144
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AnalysisCode cracker: Lack of post code system hampers home shopping in Ireland
Home shopping and internet retailing have failed to achieve their potential in Ireland. And there is one very good reason why: aside from Greece, Ireland is the only European member state that does not have an established postal code system, which means that offering a home delivery service is proving an extremely complex and often expensive challenge.
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AnalysisSupply chain software: A problem shared
Switching supply chain software can be tricky. Retailers from across the globe – including Musgrave and Carrefour – shared their experiences at a user event earlier this month. Joanna Perry reports
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AnalysisIn sync: Retailers and suppliers warm to global data synchronisation
Retailers and their suppliers are slowly but surely warming to the idea of global data synchronisation, says Alison Clements
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NewsSainsbury’s names Ken McMeikan’s successor
Sainsbury’s has promoted supply chain director Roger Burnley to the post of retail and logistics director, combining his existing role with that of outgoing retail director Ken McMeikan.
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M&S steps up Plan A with ethical factories
Marks & Spencer will work with suppliers to create six “ethical factories” to bolster its commitment to improved labour standards in developing countries.
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China: A matter of great import
The lifting of import quotas from China this month signals cost savings for retailers, but shipping goods from the country still won’t be plain sailing. Charlotte Dennis-Jones investigates
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Woolworths stock checker proves a hit with shoppers
Woolworths’ recently launched stock-checking system has won support from both customers and staff.
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Government campaigns to improve logistics skills
A Government organisation today launched a campaign to address the skills shortages in the logistics sector upon which retailers rely heavily.
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Shoppers let down by online deliveries
A Government consumer watchdog has said complaints about the delivery of goods ordered online are up nearly 30 per cent on last year.
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Where’s the festive spirit?
Running a first-class store operation during the Christmas period is a challenge. Charlotte Dennis-Jones takes a walk down Oxford Street with Itim Consulting partner Simon Puryerto give their verdict on which retailers are holding up best under the festive pressure this year
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Toy prices set to soar as China crisis hits supply
Toy prices are expected to increase by more than 30 per cent next year, while the delays in stock coming out of China could mean some bestsellers are in short supply.
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The toy supply chain: Fair play?
The Mattel fiasco this summer has prompted the EU to wade in, calling for a shake-up of the entire toy supply chain. And the inquiry has got toy retailers quaking. Emily Seares investigates
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In the midnight hour
After-hours replenishment has benefits for the retailer, customer and environment alike, says Liz Morrell – but it’s not without its challenges
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End result
The end-to-end supply chain approach can not only increase efficiency, but reduce costs and improve service for non-food retailers into the bargain, as Alison Clements discovers
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Nothing ventured, nothing gained
A private equity buy-out often spells radical change for the supply chain, but establishing the foundations of best practice will lead to growth in the long run. Glynn Davis reports
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Improve your credit score
Supply chain finance not only helps retailers improve terms for their suppliers, but bolsters the working relationship too. Liz Morrell reports on the benefits for both parties
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Take stock
When it comes to e-tail, getting fulfilment right first time, every time is more than just good netiquette – it’s crucial in keeping customers coming back, says Liz Morrell
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A question of collaboration
Want to make savings, improve supplier relations and enhance your green credentials in one fell swoop – and at no cost to your business? Charlotte Dennis-Jones finds out about a Government-funded scheme that helps retailers do just that
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A team effort
Being upfront with suppliers might not be instinctive to retailers, but understanding each other’s needs is the only way to achieve efficiencies Charlotte Dennis-Jones explains why collaboration will get you everywhere
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Working towards a common goal
A truly efficient supply chain is the holy grail of retailing. It’s difficult in any business, but even more so in retail, given the thousands of suppliers and hundreds of thousands of products entwined within it.