All Supply Chain articles – Page 148
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NewsFood companies warn of more disruption after Brexit vote
Industry bosses expressed exasperation at the continuing uncertainty
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Comment & OpinionGCA got the right result on Co-op code compliance breaches
The breaches found by the GCA cost suppliers hundreds of thousands of pounds. So why hasn’t the Co-op been fined for its behaviour?
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Analysis & FeaturesCan robots solve the labour shortage in UK warehousing?
There’s an evolving stream of technology ready to revolutionise warehousing – and replace humans
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Analysis & FeaturesBrexit tariffs: which sectors can expect price hikes?
The government’s temporary tariff system could put some food supply chains under pressure
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Comment & OpinionClean Air Zones mean investing in greener fleets is now a necessity
Businesses need to prepare for Clean Air Zones with low-emission solutions or face fines, says James Hurrell, director for grocery at Wincanton
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NewsCharities and FWD urge PM to avert no-deal Brexit food crisis
Children, hospital patients and people in cared-for settings are among the groups most at risk, according to the letter
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As regulators begin to get tough on food waste, technologies such as blockchain are offering solutions to a previously intractable challenge.
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NewsFood fraud risk higher in no-deal scenario, says 2 Sisters tech boss
Higher prices caused by post-Brexit tariffs could create ideal conditions for food fraud, warned 2 Sisters’ new technical director
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NewsSupermarkets deny claims of Brexit-related delistings
A report by Kantar suggested retailers had been “quietly delisting” products amid fears of chaos in the supply chain
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NewsSupermarkets 'lowering standards' for no-deal Brexit: report
Kantar said supermarkets were testing new, longer lasting varieties of fruit and veg
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Analysis & FeaturesMeet the Brexit stockpilers looking to build a 'no-lose scenario' on food
What’s driving the shoppers stocking up on ‘Brexit pies’ and dogfood?
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NewsUK and Irish retail bosses unite to warn against no-deal Brexit
The groups said increased tariffs and new regulatory checks would lead to increases in the cost of making fresh food and drink available to consumers
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NewsOxfam piles the pressure on Aldi over human rights policy
Oxfam campaigners spoke to customers outside Aldi stores in five cities including Manchester and Bristol
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NewsSuppliers respond to good treatment from buyers, finds study
The study found suppliers who believe they are fairly treated by retailers put more resources into their relationships
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NewsStockpiling suppliers run 'huge' insurance risk, say brokers
As warehouse space across the country runs out, there is a danger suppliers may be left with insufficient levels of trade
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NewsEmergency Brexit plans for supplies could last 'months'
Defra secretary Michael Gove admitted food imports from the EU would be allowed to enter without any checks for an indefinite period
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NewsSupermarkets hoarding space as stockpiling scramble intensifies
Price of storage had risen by 15% per pallet per week in November and was up 8% in the third quarter
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News'Complacent' Defra slammed over Brexit planning
Defra had been hampered by “excessive secrecy at the centre of government”, said a new Public Accounts Committee report
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Analysis & FeaturesCan AEOs help you dodge port disruption in a no-deal Brexit?
Looking to avoid post-Brexit port disruption? AEO certification can reportedly ease the flow of trade. So how can companies apply, and is it worth it?