The last mile in the supply chain
Last-mile logistics is arguably the most important stage in the entire supply chain. This generally includes receiving an order from a warehouse and delivering it on time to the right…
Optimizing warehouse space
Optimizing the storage capacity of a warehouse is a delicate balance between using available space and maximizing productivity and profit. Every square centimeter of the surface area in a warehouse…
The 5 Basic Components of Supply Chain Management
Supply chain management can be said to have 5 attributes or components that need to be looked into to ensure sustainability and effectiveness. What are these components that define a…
Incoterms and the Organization
Trade compliance is not the only function within an organization that is concerned with Incoterms. In fact, almost every aspect of supply chain is in someway or another affected by…
What is supply chain management and why is it important?
Supply chain management refers to the management of the flow of goods from the time of manufacture to the point they reach the end consumer. This can hence refer to…
Work from home supply chain jobs
The lockdowns and restrictions on movements that followed the appearance of Covid-19 have sparked an interest in the work from home topic. Jobs that were previously thought to only be…
How much tax should I withhold?
What is withholding tax? Withholding tax must be paid to government authorities by the payee of the income. This means that the entity disbursing the funds has to pay the…
Break of Bulk Points
What is a break of bulk point? In shipping, supply chain and logistics, the break of bulk point refers to the location where goods are moved from one mode of…
