Category Archives: Supply chain

Oil tanker driver strike vote poses supply chain risk

Logistics companies relied upon by buyers may not be able to fulfil demands if strike action voted for by UK oil tanker drivers goes ahead.

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South African mining firm reports safety improvements

Basil Read said work by procurement staff has helped to ensure the company’s risk management activities are better.

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Airbus and Virgin join forces to develop fuel from eucalyptus trees

Fuel from mallee trees has not yet been used by commercial airlines and now a consortium wants to change that and develop this sustainable source.

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Define risks and responsibilities for contract management success

The man responsible for the digital TV switchover support contract says establishing the risks of a deal and who should handle them is key.

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Greater transparency needed over media buying rebates

World Federation of Advertisers: “Media agencies should be ‘open and honest about these payments and return them to the advertisers whose investment generates them’.”

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US auto firms gear up for supplier collaboration

The American arms of Honda, Hyundai, Nissan and Subaru are the latest to join an initiative to boost supply chain sustainability where suppliers share ideas.

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US auto firms gear up for supplier collaboration

The American arms of Honda, Hyundai, Nissan and Subaru are the latest to join an initiative to boost supply chain sustainability where suppliers share ideas.

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Premier Foods aims for 4 per cent savings through supply chain

The manufacturer plans to make efficiencies after reporting an operating loss of £259.1 million.

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Premier Foods aims for 4 per cent savings through supply chain

The manufacturer plans to make efficiencies after reporting an operating loss of £259.1 million.

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Don’t let suppliers become the untouchables, urges the Yorkshire Mafia

Senior purchasers have encouraged buyers to continually challenge the business about vendor selection, and push suppliers to build credibility with procurement.

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