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Christmas in August: Why supply chain planning starts long before December

10 Nov 2026

This article explores why Christmas supply chain planning begins months before December, explaining how demand planning and supply planning work together to manage seasonal peaks. Using examples from major UK retailers and personal experience in the food supply chain, it examines how early stock movements, accurate forecasting and effective capacity management help organisations balance demand, reduce pressure on distribution networks and ensure products are available when customers need them.

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How Flexible Storage Helps Small Businesses Manage Seasonal Inventory and Stock Levels

09 Nov 2026

For a lot of small businesses the busiest weeks of the year arrive with a problem that has very little to do with selling, since the stock for those weeks has to be bought and then kept somewhere well before customers start asking for it. The back room is filled first, then the corridor, and quite often the owner's garage as well. Large retailers struggle with the same balance on a much bigger scale.

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Hacked fridges: a serious warning for the whole supply chain

04 Nov 2026

There is something about the idea of someone hacking a fridge that invites a joke. It sounds absurd, perhaps because we associate cybercrime with stolen bank details or companies being locked out of their computers. That's how the “fridge hacking” story has landed with the public this week. Behind the unusual headline is a serious reminder of how much our supply chains depend on connected technology.

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Stopping Corrosion Before It Becomes A Supply Chain Risk

Stopping Corrosion Before It Becomes A Supply Chain Risk

02 Nov 2026

Corrosion is often viewed as a maintenance issue, but its impact extends far beyond equipment condition. Across supply chains, corrosion can contribute to safety incidents, unplanned downtime, product contamination, transport disruptions, and costly repairs. For organisations that depend on reliable operations, preventing corrosion-driven accidents requires a proactive approach that combines inspection, material selection, monitoring, and maintenance planning.

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Factory Relocation Without Breaking The Chain

28 Oct 2026

Factory relocation is one of the most significant projects a manufacturing business can undertake. Beyond transporting equipment from one facility to another, the process affects suppliers, inventory levels, production schedules, workforce planning, and customer deliveries. Without a structured timeline, even a well-funded relocation can create costly delays.

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Why the Warehouse Is Becoming the Supply Chain's Weakest Link and How a WMS Fixes It  Network Security Risks in Smart Warehouses and How to Address Them

Why the Warehouse Is Becoming the Supply Chain’s Weakest Link and How a WMS Fixes It

26 Oct 2026

A supply chain may have the right suppliers, trusted transport partners and accurate demand forecasts- but still fail to manage the warehouse. Why? Because the warehouse is where everything eventually comes together. A misplaced pallet can turn into a stockout. An incorrect pick can become a customer return. An outdated inventory record can lead to unnecessary purchasing.  

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