For decades supply chains were treated as back-end functions—necessary, but largely invisible. Their role was simple: move goods efficiently, reduce costs, and avoid disruption. Today,
Geopolitical activity has always had the power to redraw trade routes. But what’s occurred in the Strait of Hormuz of recent times is a reminder
Increased order volume by 30% without increasing headcount Used intelligent shipping to deliver 11,394 packages in a single month with 99% accuracy Achieved 25% of
In today’s global economy, uncertainty is no longer an occasional disruption. It has become a structural feature of how supply chains operate. From shifting trade
Commentary from the Visual Media Association Executive General Manager – IR and Governance, Charles Watson Based on current information fuel rationing is not something we
For years, last‑mile delivery has been portrayed as the “ultimate bottleneck” of the supply chain—expensive, inefficient, and the hardest link in the fulfilment chain to
Global supply chains were once designed for efficiency. Today, they are being redesigned for survival. From the COVID-19 pandemic to geopolitical conflicts, recent crises have
For years, sustainability and profitability have been framed as opposing forces. One implies long-term responsibility; the other, short-term financial performance. But as global markets evolve,
Warehouse automation promises a compelling vision: faster fulfilment, lower costs, and scalable operations. Yet in reality, many automation projects fall short of expectations—not because the
Trust has always been a fragile foundation in supply chains. In complex, multi-partner networks, companies often rely on fragmented data, delayed updates, and manual reporting—creating
The Retail Fulfilment Show 2026, held at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre on 18–19 May, brought together supply chain leaders, technology providers, and retail
Many organisations put significant effort into developing strategy, yet still struggle to see those plans translate into consistent operational performance.
Supply chain disruption has become the norm rather than the exception. Delays, shortages, rising costs, and constant firefighting are now
Rising supply chain costs are no longer a short-term challenge—they’re structural. Volatile demand, higher transport costs, labour constraints, and growing
For line-haul operators running freight between capital cities, fuel accounts for between 30 and 40 percent of their total operating
Since mid-February, diesel prices have surged from around $1.75 per litre to north of $3 at the pump, and the
For decades retail competition was fought on the shop floor. Store location, visual merchandising and customer service were the key
Retailers across the globe are grappling with escalating logistics costs driven by higher fuel prices, labour shortages, carrier rate increases,
In theory, supply chain visibility promises clarity: real‑time tracking, informed decision‑making, and seamless coordination from origin to delivery. In practice,
For decades supply chains have been shaped by a competitive mindset—suppliers competing against suppliers, partners negotiating from opposing positions, and
Retail has always been obsessed with price. The lowest cost per unit, the best margin, the cheapest supplier—these have long
In global supply chains speed is often treated as a given. Goods move, systems update, and customers expect deliveries to
For years, the narrative around globalisation has been one of decline. Trade tensions, geopolitical conflict, and supply chain disruptions have
