Diffuse inflation pressures
The geopolitical climate has become more volatile in recent times, putting pressure on global supply chains and triggering inflation. For manufacturers, this has led to a build-up of inflationary pressures, all of which need diffusing now.
7 steps to develop & implement a strong ESG strategy
Trying to decide which environmental, social and governance challenges to prioritise can be tricky, but in this article, we share 7 steps you can follow that will help you develop a strong ESG strategy.
Rightshoring – not onshoring – is key to supply chain resilience
Soaring transportation costs and an increased risk of disruption are forcing some UK manufacturers to adopt a more localised supply model, but such strategies aren’t necessarily right for all.
Tips On Managing in a Climate of Demand Uncertainty
During the pandemic, it became clear that traditional modelling techniques could not be relied upon to predict levels of demand. So, how can organisations adapt to a climate of demand uncertainty?
Five steps to a fully integrated value chain
By following these five steps, businesses can boost their productivity and increase profits at each link in the chain.
Prepare for prolonged high inflation
Rising energy and prices are forcing UK manufacturers to increase prices, but there is a limit to how far they can go. With inflationary pressures increasing, they need to consider alternative strategies.
EV makers race to find workaround as supply shortages bite
The prospect of an extended armed conflict in Ukraine means manufacturers of electric vehicles need to find alternative sources of vital raw materials and components.
Building supply chains for on-time, on-cost EV manufacturing
As the auto industry eyes high growth in EVs ahead, what does that mean for supply chains?
5 alternatives to li-ion batteries – pros and cons
In this infographic we look over some popular alternatives to Li-ion batteries that are currently being explored, brake down the pro’s and con’s of each.