Agency workers at risk due to lack of lift truck training, warns RTITB.
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Agency workers at risk due to lack of lift truck training, warns RTITB.

Workplace accidents, injuries and fatalities are frequently occurring as employers fail to check the qualifications and training credentials of agency staff working in lift truck operations, warns RTITB.…

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PRIORITISING EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT TO BEAT THE SKILLS GAP.
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PRIORITISING EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT TO BEAT THE SKILLS GAP.

It is widely accepted that the logistics and supply chain industry is suffering from a growing skills shortage, which is only set to intensify over coming months as…

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Automation holds the key for staying relevant in an evolving online market.
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Automation holds the key for staying relevant in an evolving online market.

By Mel Tymm, Industry Principal at Maginus The boom in eCommerce has had a significant impact on our infrastructure and the logistics industry in the UK is now…

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Drastically saving energy, up to 84%, thanks to a modern conveyor concept.
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Drastically saving energy, up to 84%, thanks to a modern conveyor concept.

The new conveyor system of the Swiss company Avancon SA, in Riazzino, is very safe and looks modern and impressive. In addition, investment, installation and maintenance costs are…

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World’s leading refrigeration rental company extends RFID system to the USA.
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World’s leading refrigeration rental company extends RFID system to the USA.

Image An operator using a handheld reader for Lowe Rental’s RFID system The world’s leading supplier of rented fridges, freezers and catering equipment is planning to extend its…

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Warehouse Performance Management Software Maximises Operation Efficiency.
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Warehouse Performance Management Software Maximises Operation Efficiency.

Dematic, a leading global supplier of integrated automated technology, software and services to optimise the supply chain introduces Dematic iQ InSights, a cloud-based Asset Performance Management (APM) system…

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UKWA’s Peter Ward joins Institute of Export’s board.
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UKWA’s Peter Ward joins Institute of Export’s board.

The United Kingdom Warehousing Association’s (UKWA’s) Chief Executive Officer, Peter Ward, has been appointed to the board of the Institute of Export and International Trade (IOE&IT). Peter Ward…

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7 POWERFUL STEPS TO PLAN AND EXECUTE A SUCCESSFUL BLACK FRIDAY EVENT.
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7 POWERFUL STEPS TO PLAN AND EXECUTE A SUCCESSFUL BLACK FRIDAY EVENT.

Black Friday continues to dominate the retail calendar both in the US and the UK, and this year is set to be no different. As in previous years,…

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Five critical factors in recruiting for an agile supply chain.
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Five critical factors in recruiting for an agile supply chain.

Much of a retail business’ ability to remain competitive and relevant to a market depends upon the readiness of its supply chain to react and adapt swiftly to…

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First Impressions Matter: Why You Should Invest In The Cleaning And Care Of Your Warehouse.
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First Impressions Matter: Why You Should Invest In The Cleaning And Care Of Your Warehouse.

When it comes to goods-in, human error is the top issue in 46% of warehouses, pointing to a lack of efficiency and organization on some level. While these errors…

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