Satellite-enabled industrial monitoring powered by the Internet of Things (IoT) and AI can help energy operators build supply chain resilience, writes Damian Lewis, market development manager. Price volatility, changing market dynamics, and the push to decarbonize are driving energy operators to seek better oversight across their supply chains, particularly in vast, remote, and hard-to-reach areas.…
Economic cooperation between India and Australia is set to open doors for investment in clean energy technology, though challenges persist in a competitive global market. Experts Vibhuti Garg and Shantanu Srivastava discuss the role that public funding and resource pooling could play in supporting manufacturing ambitions. The recently announced Future Made in Australia Act marks…
Ensuring sustainability in delivery is crucial for both the environment and business viability, writes John Gillan. As Europe faces another year of unpredictable weather, it is clear that climate change is increasingly impacting daily life. Many existing systems, from supply chains to flight patterns, must adapt to support sustainable cities in the future. Businesses are…
In a strategic move to capitalize on the rapidly evolving supply chain technologies market, three UK-based global forwarders have jointly acquired the British logistics software company Forward Computers Ltd. from the Freight Software Group. This acquisition reflects the growing complexity of the logistics industry and the increasing need for advanced technological solutions. The consortium, comprising…
The recent visit by the UN Trade and Development Secretary-General to the Panama Canal has highlighted the significant impact of climate change on global trade routes. During the visit on 18 and 19 May, the Secretary-General observed firsthand how climate-related challenges are exacerbating existing geopolitical issues, further straining global trade and supply chains. The Panama…
Supply chains have evolved significantly, necessitating new management strategies to achieve balance. This article is the first in a series exploring the essential elements for achieving a balanced supply chain. As supply chains have changed, so too has the management required to achieve balance. This introductory article sets the stage for a deeper dive into…
Accelerating digital transformation in logistics is crucial for the sustainable development of e-commerce and overall economic growth, as highlighted in a recent conference held by the Ministry of Industry and Trade. Trần Thanh Hải, Deputy Director of the Import and Export Department, emphasized that Vietnam’s integration into regional and global economies, driven by participation in…
Entrepreneurs and businesses are being urged to seize emerging investment opportunities in Asia’s poultry supply chain, as South and Southeast Asia are poised to become the world’s fastest-growing poultry markets over the next six years. This comes after a challenging period of slow growth from 2020 to 2023. A recent research report highlights that the…
In the rapidly evolving global marketplace, aligning supply chain planning with logistics has emerged as a critical strategy for businesses aiming to enhance efficiency, optimize costs, and improve customer satisfaction. The traditional supply chain, often seen as a series of interconnected links, can falter when even one link is weak or disconnected, leading to significant…
The cybersecurity landscape is rapidly evolving, with an increased emphasis on mitigating supply chain vulnerabilities, enforcing data governance, and integrating AI into security measures. This shift is guiding DevSecOps teams towards more efficient and secure software development processes. At the forefront of this transformation is the role of AI in securing software and data supply…