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Excise Movement and Control System (EMCS): Kewill White Paper
February 23, 2010 the excise sector is undergoing a radical change.
The Excise Movement and Control System for the transport of excisable goods under duty suspension will be introduced on 1st April 2010.
Excise Movement and Control System
March 04, 2010
EMCS: When and how?

Economic conditions drive companies to take a fresh look at their customs operations
March 04, 2010
During the current economic climate it is the ideal time for companies to review their operations with a view to reducing costs and an important part of this for an importer will be the landed cost of goods, including supply chain and related expenses.

UKWA working with the Carbon Trust on ‘emissions toolkit’ for the warehousing industry
March 01, 2010
Warehouse owners are set to benefit from an ‘emissions toolkit’ that will help warehouse operators cut their carbon footprint and save on costs.

One small step for man, one giant leap for staff morale
February 22, 2010
A few subtle changes make all the difference, says business consultant. Sales are falling, communication is lacking and motivation is at a seasonal low. In other words, it’s February.

Davies & Robson helps staff drive out supply chain costs
February 08, 2010
Logistics consultancy, Davies & Robson has launched a new course to help companies boost their bottom lines by training sales and account management staff to avoid adding complexity and cost to the supply chain.

UK manufacturers return to growth as exports pick up
February 02, 2010
Manufacturing production rose for the first time in two years, as overseas demand for UK-made goods increased and stock reductions eased, the CBI has announced.

“Has the BIG FREEZE cost your business BIG BUCKS?”
February 01, 2010
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has estimated that the recent bad weather, widespread commuter disruption and school closures, has cost the UK business economy at least £600 million a day and that a business continuity plan could be your answer to such severe weather disruption.

Securing an acid spill
January 26, 2010
Every company knows that when dealing with substances hazardous to health, it is essential to have control measures in place to deal with every eventuality.

Help for Haiti
January 26, 2010
Deutsche Post DHL to deploy disaster response team to Haiti to provide emergency logistics support.

A turbulent year for vehicle tracking
January 19, 2010
2009 was a turbulent year for the vehicle tracking market, which has seen many tracking companies fall by the wayside as the recession and more specifically the credit crunch hit. But what will be the legacy of 2009 and what does 2010 hold for the industry.

Inchcape Fleet Solutions beats the big freeze with emergency staff 4x4 shuttle fleet
January 12, 2010
Inchcape Fleet Solutions has pulled out all the stops to beat the big freeze including assembling its own fleet of 4x4 vehicles to provide a shuttle service to ensure all 170 staff can safely get to work and home again.

Which Fire to Douse First?
January 05, 2010
By applying some fundamental financial and supply chain concepts, a supply chain consultant can quickly and accurately identify THE most painful area in a client’s supply chain.

“Directors’ job swap” helps raise £1,618 for Children in Need
January 04, 2010
Directors at Briggs Equipment, the UK’s sole national supplier of Cat® Lift Trucks, swapped their managerial duties on November 14 to raise money for Children in Need.

'LEAN' YEAR IN PROSPECT FOR LOGISTICS MANAGERS
December 16, 2009
Leading logistics consultancy, Davies & Robson is encouraging logistics managers to adopt lean techniques in order to mitigate risk and manage cost in the extended supply chain.

Pre-Budget 2009 response
December 15, 2009
The United Kingdom Warehousing Association has expressed frustration at Chancellor Alistair Darling’s failure to reverse the trend for above inflation increases in diesel duty in his Pre-Budget statement.

Buyer beware:
December 15, 2009
top ten tips for IT maintenance companies investing in vehicle tracking

Planning ahead for regular load handling equipment maintenance will pay dividends
December 08, 2009
In the current economic downturn, where companies might delay loading bay and materials handling equipment renewal or upgrades, it is vital for regular pre-planned service and maintenance of existing load handling equipment.

'Recovery at risk' warns Road Haulage Association
December 01, 2009
The pump price for both petrol and diesel are now at their highest this year with fears of even more hikes before the end of the year.


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Lightning Pick - GEAR For Sports
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GEAR For Sports uses Pick to Light, RF Picking, Container Routing and other Lightning Pick Solutions to Optimize their new Distribution Center

Box Clever
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David's epic journey to find the perfect ERP solution has finally come to an end. He is returning to present his findings to the Board - but is David going to be labelled the 'company saviour' or has his luck run out at the final hurdle?

Forklift Accident
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This accident happened in a Moscow bottled alcohol warehouse and cost an estimated $150,000 in damages.


Visionlab & Zetes Voice Solution
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A win-win collaboration with the 3i Voice Solution.

Microsoft Dynamics for Discrete Manufacturers
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See how Balfour Beatty Rail were able to maximise operational efficiency, improve capacity planning, automate machine control and drive better customer service when the implemented Microsoft Dynamics AX.
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Health and Safety Legislation - Handling and Lifting Equipment
White Paper
Health and safety legislation means that handling and lifting equipment is now required to take on jobs that, previously, were often carried out manually.

Getting to grips with manual handling
A short guide
This booklet explains the problems associated with manual handling and sets out best practice in dealing with them. The advice is intended for managers of small firms or similar organisations.

Order Picking: Methods and Equipment for Piece Pick, Case Pick, and Pallet Pick Operations.
White Paper - David Piaseck
The ability to quickly and accurately process customer orders has become an essential part of doing business.

RFID tags for tracking plastic pallets and reusable containers
White paper - Intermec
The model for cycle tracking reusable containers is the pallet market.

Material Handling Glossary
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Industry terms & definitions

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UKWA Pavilion at Food & Drink Logistics show
February 23, 2010
One of the key attractions at the forthcoming Food & Drink Logistics show will be the United Kingdom Warehousing Association (UKWA) Pavilion.

Savoye unveils ‘logistics’ best kept secret’ at Food & Drink
February 16, 2010
Visitors to the Food & Drink Logistics Show could find themselves greeted by spies and secret agents, due to Savoye’s novel approach to its stand (No. Y011) at this year’s exhibition.

Dematic displays technology to address Food & Beverage sector trends
February 08, 2010
Dematic will be highlighting technologies that address the latest trends in the Food and Beverage sector at the Food & Drink Logistics Show, being held on 21-24 March 2010, at the NEC Birmingham.

LogiPharma 2010
February 01, 2010
In its 9th year, LogiPharma is the event that most senior level pharmaceutical decision makers attend

Fleet and Asset Management Europe
December 02, 2009
Fleet and Asset Management Europe 2010 is a dedicated show for the wireless fleet and asset management industry. This year’s expert senior-level speakers include Shell, Scania, Daimler FleetBoard, Transics, Masternaut, The European Commission, TomTom Work.






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