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How To Streamline Your Business Operations Post-COVID

09 Oct 2020

Post-COVID operations within many companies are going to look, feel, and work differently to they did at the beginning of 2020. Many organisations are embracing remote working as part of their standard operating procedures and are now looking for ways to ensure their processes are effective and efficient when many employees are not going to be in one central location.

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Success in the Supply Chain; David Richardson

02 Oct 2020

David Richardson is the Warehouse Manager for Squadron Medical. After progressing his career within Squadron, David recently embarked on an IoSCM Level 3 Diploma. Now he has achieved his professional qualification, David has taken some time to tell us more above himself, his career progression and why he chosen to further enhance his knowledge of logistics and the supply chain with IoSCM.

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How to manage major disruptions to your supply chain

01 Oct 2020

The worldwide COVID-19 pandemic has exposed glaring vulnerabilities in today’s global supply chains, making it essential for businesses to quickly and effectively develop risk management plans for their supply chain. Despite the last decade seeing several catastrophic events including the disastrous hurricanes that hit the U.S, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands in 2017, Japan’s 2011 devastating tsunami, and 2010’s volcanic eruptions in Iceland that grounded flights worldwide, most companies were still underprepared for the COVID-19 pandemic.

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What Is IPAF Training And What Are Its Benefits?

30 Sep 2020

For a supply chain to run effectively, there are many skilled workers who play a key part in ensuring the overall success of the operation. From machine operators to HGV drivers; there are many manual processes carried out on a daily basis that requires those doing the tasks to be able to do so safely, and timely. Of course, that often means specialist training is required. IPAF training is vital for individuals working at heights. But what is IPAF training and why is it so important? Let's find out.

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Supply Chain Tools: How A Load Indicator Is Helpful In Increasing Work Productivity

22 Sep 2020

Across the supply chain they are many businesses working unaware of the benefits of utilising load indicators within their operations. They can boost employees’ productivity and expedite their ability in attaining their goals. A load indicator is an ingenious piece of technology that has the ability to measure the amount of equipment that’s in need of maintenance, as well as the amount of work that’s required to be done to get those items back up and running. These features save employees time and effort in comparison to manually checking the condition of their equipment.

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The Ultimate Guide To Writing An Excellent eCommerce Shipping Policy

15 Sep 2020

A shipping policy is a must for any eCommerce brand, but many eCommerce for business “tips that help” articles skip over the actual process of putting together your policy. IoSCM guest writer Ana Mayer takes us through a step by step guide to writing a workable eCommerce shipping policy for your business.

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