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UK supply chains rise to the challenge
Organisers of the largest exhibition for the UK’s logistics and supply chain sectors (IMHX 2021 – NEC, 14th - 16th September 2021) are confident that UK supply chains will rise to the challenge during these difficult times. IMHX Group Director, Rob Fisher, says: “The extreme pressures on grocery, …
Adapting to the coronavirus challenge
Many manufacturing and supply chain operations are providing essential services in the fight against the worst effects of the coronavirus outbreak. MRPeasy works with companies in these sectors and with organisations in two industries at the forefront: pharmaceutical and medical devices. In addition …
In response to market demand, IMHX will increase its frequency to every other year
Following an extensive period of consultation involving many of the leading manufacturers and suppliers of equipment and technology to the logistics sector as well as other partners and stakeholders, IMHX – the International Materials Handling Exhibition – will increase its frequency to every two …
Positive outlook across 3PL sector, reveals IMHX survey
A poll of third party logistics (3PL) companies visiting IMHX 2019 this month, 24 -27 September, NEC Birmingham, reveals an extremely positive outlook across the sector: 91 per cent of those quizzed expect their organisation to grow over the next two years, with 34 per cent anticipating …
Skills agenda at IMHX 2019 to highlight how logistics can attract and retain the best young talent
The IMHX 2019 Future Skills Theatre agenda is now live and features a line-up of notable logistics leaders who will share their thoughts on how school leavers and graduates can be encouraged to pursue a career in supply chain management. In addition to a series of presentations and …
Meet someone new at IMHX 2019
Among the 400+ intralogistics solutions providers exhibiting at IMHX 2019, there will be a significant number of companies exhibiting for the first time, bringing with them never-before-seen innovations in supply chain technology. IMHX 2019 Event Director, Rob Fisher, says: “The high number of …
Machine Learning: the intelligent way to grow margin in fashion retail
Machine Learning is the intelligent way to grow margin Profits and gross margins are under pressure for fashion retailers. But could Artificial Intelligence hold the key to optimising markdowns and unlocking value in the supply chain? By Dr Manuel Davy, founder and CEO of Vekia. Fashion …
Survey reveals a need for EDI integration among ERP users
Almost 88% of EDI users have an ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system, a MRP (Materials Resource Planning) system or other planning system, according to a survey of companies conducted recently by leading EDI company, Data Interchange. While the vast majority can import and export messages – …
