While automation has long changed the way freight moves, the next wave of AI will significantly redefine the human contribution behind global trade. For freight
Set to take place on 18–19 March 2026 at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, the Retail Fulfilment Show 2026 will bring together retail, eCommerce,
Consumers are increasingly prioritising sustainability and ethical practices, and supply chain transparency has emerged as a critical factor influencing purchasing decisions. This shift is not
In the evolving landscape of global supply chains, businesses are re-evaluating traditional inventory strategies to enhance resilience and efficiency. The COVID-19 pandemic, coupled with geopolitical
Fraud in logistics has become a significant concern, with incidents such as cargo theft, double brokering, and document manipulation leading to substantial financial losses. To
As artificial intelligence accelerates across industries, nowhere is its dual power to disrupt and uplift more evident than within supply chains. The World Economic Forum’s
Many Supply Chain Consultancies employ smart solution engineers, analysts, and technology specialists who live and breathe detail. They’ll spend months developing great outcomes and building
For decades, supply chains have been designed to optimise efficiency, scale, and global reach. Yet as networks have grown larger and more interconnected, a quieter
As Australian supply chains come under mounting pressure from e-commerce growth, labour constraints and rising operational costs, warehouses are undergoing a fundamental transformation. Once viewed
The cost of manufacturing and logistics is rising because of inflation, in particular, growing labour costs. Traditional supply chain management is a rigid machine targeted
The post-holiday period has long been considered a quieter phase in retail and supply chain operations, but in 2026 that assumption no longer holds true.
The Federal Government has opened consultation on a $14.8 billion Fuel Security and Resilience Package aimed at strengthening Australia’s fuel reserves, supporting
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
Australian consumers continue to spend online, but they are becoming more selective about what they buy, when they buy it
Managing freight used to assume a market you could optimise inside. You picked the right carriers, negotiated hard, held your
Australia’s eCommerce boom is no longer just changing how consumers shop. It is reshaping how businesses design and operate their supply chains.
Toll Group has appointed Robert Reiter as Group Managing Director, effective 1 July 2026. The move signals leadership continuity while
For decades, freight forwarding operated on a simple premise: bigger was better. Major logistics players could afford the sophisticated routing
Artificial Intelligence is no longer an emerging advantage in Australia and New Zealand’s supply chains — it has become a
In the current volatile global economy, supply chains face constant disruption from economic instability, geopolitical tensions, shifting consumer demand and
In today’s e-commerce-driven retail environment, the “last mile” has become one of the most critical stages of the supply chain.
