Supply Chain Risk from Extreme Weather
Extreme weather such as floods, hurricanes, snow and unusually high or low temperatures was the 11th most frequent supply chain disruption in 2022 and with climate change high on the...
Overcoming Supply Chain Challenges in 2023: Resilience and Risk Management
Successful supply chain management is critical to business. However, this year has presented challenges that have significantly impacted the global supply chain. With the rise of e-commerce and the ongoing...
Truck Rest Stops: How the Proposed Investment Will Improve Driver Retention
The road transport industry is the backbone of the UK economy, and it is crucial to keep the industry running smoothly. The UK government has proposed a significant investment in...
A guide to AI systems in inventory
AI systems for inventory management are revolutionizing the way businesses manage their stock levels and optimize their supply chains. These systems use advanced algorithms and machine learning techniques to analyze...
Pros and cons to electric and hydrogen vehicles
Electric and hydrogen vehicles are two alternative options for reducing dependence on fossil fuels. Electric vehicles (EVs) are powered by batteries that store electrical energy from the grid and have...
The Importance of Reverse Logistics
The role of reverse logistics in supply chains is not to be underestimated. Approximately £1.5 billion of Christmas orders were returned in the period following the holiday season which is 25%...
Logistics Challenges for the Supply Chain Director
The logistics of your Supply Chains are quite possibly more expensive and challenging to run than ever before! With the current energy crisis, the shortage in warehousing space, and the...
Warehouse Shortage in the UK – State of Play
The UK, along with our European neighbours, has been experiencing a warehouse shortage! During the COVID lockdowns, demand for warehouse space increased enormously due to the dramatic growth in online...
The Role of a Supply Chain Consultant
Many companies are wary of using supply chain consultants or only look towards the big global companies for assistance. Although we are a small professional team at Bisham Consulting, we...
Increase your resilience and drive cost savings by outsourcing
With all the recent disruptions, outsourcing can help companies to manage the increased levels of volatility in their supply chain. 3PLs have greater access to resources that can be shared...
7 Key Factors When Planning a Mezzanine
When planning to incorporate mezzanines into a warehouse design project there are several important factors to consider:- There must be a workable grid (the space between the uprights supporting the mezzanine)...
What does a Supply Chain Consultant do?
Do you need a Supply Chain Consultant? Until a couple of years ago, many companies would immediately have said no. Then a pandemic put supply chain high on the agenda...