Why Freight Audit & Payment Is Becoming a Strategic Advantage for Australian Supply Chains
Jen Saunders
For many organisations, Freight Audit & Payment (FAP) remains one of the least glamorous parts of the supply chain. Its
The need for sustainability increasingly shapes the future of retail, and one of the most significant areas where this shift is happening is in packaging
Australia’s third-party logistics (3PL) market is undergoing a remarkable transformation, fueled by the growing demand for streamlined supply chains and the rise of e-commerce.
Anthony Beavis, Managing Director of Körber Supply Chain Software APAC, has provided the following expert commentary on these developments: On the ITF Report: “The ITF’s
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport is delighted to announce the launch of an annual, global day to recognise the vital contributions of the
New research by Telstra has found a lack of connection between senior business and public sector leaders could mean a missed opportunity of about $53
Breakthrough Victoria announced an investment of $2.5 million in Viridian Renewable Technology Pty Ltd, a Melbourne-based company that is tackling food waste and fostering a
The Port of Newcastle’s Clean Energy Precinct has taken a step forward, signing agreements for Front End Engineering Designs and Environmental Impact Statements. The agreements,
Volgren has announced a strategic partnership with manufacturer Yutong to introduce advanced electric bus technology to Australia. This collaboration aims to enhance the local public
New South Wales has announced a groundbreaking shore power project aimed at reducing emissions from cruise ships visiting the state’s ports. This initiative will allow
A newly released report has highlighted the significant economic contribution of Australian ports, revealing a staggering $650 billion impact on the national economy. The report
Bangladesh’s political turmoil has reached a critical point following the military’s takeover amid escalating violence and unrest. This upheaval is creating new complications for global
For many organisations, Freight Audit & Payment (FAP) remains one of the least glamorous parts of the supply chain. Its
The Australian Government has released a national action plan aimed at reducing emissions across the maritime sector while strengthening the
Vehicle bridge strikes cost the Australian economy an estimated $101 million a year, with the frequency of incidents creating significant
Mining, utilities and construction outperform as hospitality and retail bear the brunt of tighter household budgets and rising operating costs
Australia’s eCommerce boom is no longer just changing how consumers shop. It is reshaping how businesses design and operate their supply chains.
For many importers, supplier lead time is treated as a simple figure: eight weeks, 12 weeks or 16 weeks. That number often becomes the
Toll Group has appointed Robert Reiter as Group Managing Director, effective 1 July 2026. The move signals leadership continuity while
Retailers across the globe are grappling with escalating logistics costs driven by higher fuel prices, labour shortages, carrier rate increases,
In global supply chains speed is often treated as a given. Goods move, systems update, and customers expect deliveries to
For decades supply chains were treated as back-end functions—necessary, but largely invisible. Their role was simple: move goods efficiently, reduce
Global supply chains were once designed for efficiency. Today, they are being redesigned for survival. From the COVID-19 pandemic to
As the last mile now accounts for over 50% of total logistics costs globally, the partnership brings intelligence and orchestration