Drapers
Simon Jack
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China crisis
17 April 2010
With Brazil and India’s emerging economies and even the UK returning - albeit slowly - to its manufacturing roots, China could run the risk of losing its sourcing crown -
Shape up or ship out
23 November 2007
Today’s consumers are well aware of environmental issues and the impact of carbon footprints. So how can retailers rejig their supply chains to ensure their eco practices are up to scratch? -
Trucking hell
27 October 2007
Transport delays, road congestion and delivery woes can play havoc with a retailer’s supply chain, but new distribution initiatives can offer a light at the end of the tunnel. Simon Jack reports -
Ready to wear
21 July 2007
By moving tasks such as labelling and packing further up the supply chain to the source country, where costs are lower, retailers can make big savings. Simon Jack examines the options to make products store-ready -
Take the direct route
9 June 2007
As retailers work to drive down their supply chain costs, many are opting to streamline the process by importing product directly from overseas -
Supply Chain Focus: Brands - Chain links
31 March 2007
When a fashion brand decides to open its own stores, an effective distribution strategy and supply chain is vital for ensuring sales success -
Supply Chain Focus: Warehousing - Location, Location, Location
31 March 2007
Choosing the right site for your distribution centre is about balancing costs with location. We take a look at the current hotspots and what they have to offer
