Supply chain news

The UK remains one of the most important markets for Irish food and drink. But since Brexit, trading with Great Britain is no longer the frictionless experience it once was. Customs processes, certification requirements, labelling rules and new compliance obligations now apply — and getting them right from the start is essential.   Step 1 — Get Registered Before your […]

Introduction: Why Sustainability in Supply Chain Matters Global changes from intensifying natural disasters and extreme weather to social inequalities, highlight the urgent need for sustainable development. Addressing these issues requires a fundamental transformation in how we produce and consume goods or services. Business holds a unique position to drive this transformation, as it directly shapes […]

In retail, supply chain management now serves as a key competitive differentiator. It shapes the customer’s experience by answering fundamental questions: Is the item available? How fast will it arrive? Is the process seamless across channels? What makes this offer unique from competitors? A well-run supply chain operates unnoticed. But when it fails, it can […]

The business landscape is defined by constant disruption. Companies now face not only rising customer expectations for quality, frequent technological shifts but also unexpected disruptions. These range from geopolitical conflicts and natural disasters to widespread strikes and global pandemics. Never has it been more critical to build resilient supply chains, that are aligned, agile and […]

Rising labour rates and energy prices are forcing many businesses to find new ways to reduce warehouse costs without sacrificing performance. Simultaneously, organisations face persistent challenges in attracting and retaining skilled workers. Many distribution companies report difficulties hiring suitably-trained staff due to high employment rates. This combination of high labour demand and a limited supply […]

Introduction Supply chain management plays a critical role in the medical device industry, where compliance, quality, and timely delivery are not just operational priorities but essential to patient safety and regulatory adherence. Unlike many other industries, the medical device sector operates under strict regulations imposed by bodies such as the FDA, EU MDR, and ISO […]

The retail industry drastically transformed in so many ways because businesses are increasingly adopting artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance customer experiences, streamline operations and discover new opportunities. Adopting AI in retail areas goes beyond solely automation; rather what AI is doing is reshaping the way retailers approach data analysis, customer service and how they compete […]

Pharmaceutical supply chains need to meet the medical needs of patients, delivering quality assured products and ensuring product availability in highly regulated markets around the world.    Billions of dollars are invested every year in scaling Drug Substance, Drug Product and Packaging operations, but there is an increasing realization that in parallel with expanding manufacturing […]

As organisations decide to take action to become more sustainable, most of them soon realise that the vast majority of their impact lies within their supply chain.  From a carbon accounting standpoint, it usually pops up in that pesky Scope 3 category known as purchased goods and services.  De facto, this makes the procurement organisation […]

Trade Compliance – what does it mean, and why is it so important? Trade compliance is a corporate compliance requirement, which includes rules and regulations regarding the import and export between countries.  Compliance will ensure that these international transactions conform with the laws and regulations of each country within each transaction.. Many organisations experience challenges […]