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Distance Learning Blog: Supply Chain Management

Supply chain management news, opinion and information from Distance Learning College and Training.

This Edition’s Feature Institute – Institute of Supply Chain Management (IoSCM)

The Institute of Supply Chain Management was formed as the first international institute representing the interests of the supply chain industry across the world.

Food Supply Chain Facing Skills Gaps

A high proportion of workers in the UK food supply chain do not hold the right level of qualifications.

Rail Industry Needs Supply Chain Managers

The UK rail industry needs to develop “a core of supply chain managers” to reduce inefficiencies in its operation, according to a government-backed report .

SME’s Can Profit From Greener Supply Chains

Small businesses are being urged to cut carbon in their supply chains to take advantage of opportunities in the green market.

Kelloggs Announce New Supply Chain Chief

Kellogg Company has announced that Steven Sterling will be joining the company as senior vice president, global supply chain.

Nissan Suspends Production in Sunderland

Supply chain problems have forced car giant Nissan to suspend production at its Sunderland plant for three days at the end of April, it has been announced.

MOD Criticised for Poor Supply Chain Management

A report by the National Audit Office has criticised the Ministry of Defence’s supply chain management, identifying problems with getting equipment to troops.

North East Businesses Bid for Hitachi Supply Chain Contracts

A new website has been set up allowing North East businesses to bid for millions of pounds worth of supply chain contracts for the new Hitachi rail project.