packaging

Packaging automation: When to make the switch

As many businesses adjust to an increase in online sales from the e-commerce boom – labour, speed and productivity issues are forcing the hand of many into automation of their packaging process. Sean Ledbury, Managing Director of Packsize Australia explains how to determine the level of automation versus integration.
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online

Boosting productivity with operations under one roof

Munro Footwear Group has committed to a new $50 million distribution centre in Melbourne’s west on the back of online growth. The footwear wholesaler and retailer – together with supply chain consultancy TMX – talk about the efficiencies to be gained from consolidating all operations under one roof. 
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supplier

Four Ways to Increase and Prioritise Supplier Diversity

By Bernadette Bulacan, VP and lead global evangelist, Icertis “Supplier diversity” is not a new concept, however, this term became a nearly universal priority last year when diversity and inclusion rose to the forefront of conversations across the U.S. The significance of supplier diversity prompted much of the corporate world to propose action on numerous fronts, from hiring to procurement to sourcing goods and services. This priority has not slowed down and has continued through 2021. Many U.S. companies have established programs that help facilitate sourcing goods and services from Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE), a federal government definition where at least 51% are owned and/or operated by an individual or group that is part of a traditionally underrepresented or underserved population.
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uTenant

Thinking Big: Introducing uTenant’s new COO

Marie Varrasso’s supply chain career has already taken her to the top of household-name global companies – including Nike and Officeworks. But she’s only just beginning. As uTenant’s new Chief Operating Officer, she has her eyes squarely set on realising a vision bigger and bolder than ever before.
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RWTA exhibition conference

Warehouse innovation – looking back, looking ahead

CBRE is this year’s sponsor of the MHD Warehouse Showcase, featured in the December magazine. The real estate services group’s Christine Miller, Head of Supply Chain Advisory – Pacific, and Cameron Grier, Regional Director – Pacific, Industrial & Logistics Services, sat down for a discussion around the long view in warehouse innovation – explaining developments over the past couple of years, as well as what the future might have in store for the warehousing sector.
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sustainability

3 Ways to Drive Sustainability in Transportation

Terence Leung, Senior Director Solutions marketing at Blue Yonder explores transport sustainability in part 3 of a multi-part series addressing logistics imperatives necessary to manage uncertainly and disruptions heading into 2022. You can find Part 1 here and Part 2 here. Read More

How Santa Is Creating the Most Elf-ficient Supply Chain in the World

By Blue Yonder. It’s that time of year again — Santa Claus and his team of magic elves are getting ready for their Christmas Eve flight to deliver toys to children around the world. But have you ever wondered how they get it all done? All we really know is that the bearded guy never disappoints. He never forgets a gift, never mixes up houses and is never late. Oh, and we know he likes cookies. Lots of cookies. Read More