CHAIN Magazine

October 2024 | We’re holding the supply chain line!   We’re delighted to be sitting down with Nick Checketts, Group Director of Direct Spend at Babcock International Group for this month’s cover feature! Join us for a discussion on the company’s thorough approach to supply chain and procurement in the complex defence market. Next, Valerie Myers, Senior Director, Global Supply Chains and Sustainability at CAE, shares insights into the aerospace company’s supply chain digital transformation programme and sustainability initiatives. And then, Tony Watson, Director of Procurement at Accord Healthcare, explores how organisations with varying degrees of purchasing power can influence, engage and encourage supply chain collaboration to meet sustainability objectives. Also in this issue: - Discover the partnership between Toyota Motor Corporation and BMW Group that’s aiming to expand the line-up of fuel cell passenger cars to create a hydrogen society. - Explore the 200+ Sparkwing solar arrays commissioned from Airbus by MDA Space to dramatically enhance constellation performance. - Meet the winners of this year's Women in Supply Chain award — the supply chain leaders whose accomplishments have created a foundation for women to achieve success in all levels of the supply chain. - Dive into Cloud ERP for warehousing and e-commerce with the launch of Orderwise from Forterro. - Tap into your supply chain data and the new Snowflake-connected application from Chain.io. - Enhance your customers’ experiences and operational efficiency with an AI-first strategy. We’re In the Company of… Paul Kefford, Managing Director at Atlas Procurement Solution for an exclusive Q&A touching on career highlights and emerging trends. Access the full issue now 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eQQ8-vHk With appreciation to project partners KAEFER / KAEFER UK & Ireland, Arco: Experts In Safety, Shield Services Group, Righton Blackburns Limited, R&M Electrical Group Ltd, Barco, Siemens, BMP Metals, RAMPF Group / RAMPF Composite Solutions (CAN), QYOBO, Medica Packaging, TFEST24 Europe: The Destination for Senior Supply Chain Leaders and Supply Chain Management Strategies Summit (SCMS Summit)

Are you up to date on this month's top supply chain, procurement and logistics insights? 🔗 Featuring exclusive interviews with... Nick Checketts, Group Director of Direct Spend at Babcock International Group Valerie Myers, Senior Director, Global Supply Chains and Sustainability at CAE Tony Watson, Director of Procurement at Accord Healthcare #thoughtleadership

Are you developing mutually beneficial relationships and providing opportunities for your supply chain partners to serve multiple areas of your business? Catch our exclusive interview with Craig R. Thornton, Director of Sourcing Strategies & Procurement at Air Products as we discuss leveraging an innovative culture and reputation for operational excellence to strengthen the company’s sourcing strategy. Access the free digital brochure 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eypqtEbP With appreciation to project partner Circle Valve Technologies, Inc.! #thoughtleadership, Rotoflow, An Air Products Business, Gardner Cryogenics

What happens when you prioritise seamless integration and quality across your entire operation? Join us as we sit down for a conversation with Melik Sevis, Planning and Procurement Director at Nurol Makina, segment leading producer of 4x4 tactical vehicles. Gain exclusive insights into the strategies driving the company’s dynamic approach to supply chain optimisation in the defence sector. Access the digital report for free ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eAeyEZd9 With appreciation to project partners CM Automotive Systems Inc., SKYDEX Technologies, Inc. and STARTER - GROUPE DLD. #thoughtleadership #supplychainstrategy

"Toyota Motor Corporation and BMW Group are cooperating on the development of a third-generation fuel cell system which will be installed in both companies’ models, offering customers a broad range of fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). As a first step, BMW plans to launch its first mass-produced FCEV in 2028." Explore the scope of the agreement and their plans to accelerate technological fuel cell innovation in our latest edition. 🚗 ⚡ Access the full story for free ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eQQ8-vHk #supplychain #automotive #electricvehicles

“Dave Clark, Amazon’s former CEO of global consumer announced a new venture this week, called Auger, which aims to help companies and governments combine the mishmash of “Franken-software” overseeing their supply chains into a single platform. ‘“A shocking amount of supply chain still runs on Excel,’ Clark said in an interview.” Full story via CNBC 👉 https://lnkd.in/gYVJ_-JP #startup #procurement #logistics

Just as every link in the supply chain is essential, so too is the mental health of those who keep it running smoothly. From procurement professionals to logistics leaders, prioritising mental well-being is key to resilience and sustainable growth. It strengthens not just our teams but the entire global supply chain. #WorldMentalHealthDay

Why is having a strong relationship with suppliers particularly important when your business is disrupting the status quo? Join us for an exclusive sit down with Fraser McBeth, Procurement Director, and Shiv Tailor, VP of Enterprise Technology at Volta Trucks, makers of the world's first purpose-built 16-tonne electric truck, as we discuss technological innovation and the key role of relationship-building within their supply chain. Access the free digital report ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eDgwbvhC With appreciation to key partners Hendrickson / Hendrickson Europe, Lander Tubular Products and Accelera by Cummins. #thoughtleadership #EV #logistics

What does it take to become an innovator in the supply chain, procurement or logistics industries? In this month's 'In the Company of...' feature spotlight, we sit down with Paul Kefford, Managing Director at Atlas Procurement Solution to discuss his journey into procurement, emerging trends and advice for future leaders. Check it out in the latest edition of CHAIN! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eQQ8-vHk

Do you prioritise relationship-building as part of your #procurement strategy? “I now take every opportunity I can get to be face-to-face with my team and suppliers, because when you get the opportunity to connect on a human level it makes that collaboration so much smoother,” says Tony Watson, Director of Procurement at Accord Healthcare. “I’m a massive advocate for prioritising face-to-face communication in the workplace, and I think that by using that philosophy with our suppliers, we can build stronger relationships.” Join us as we explore how the fast-growing global pharmaceutical company is successfully leveraging values-based procurement to build a robust supply chain. Access the exclusive interview ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dPewwYk4 With appreciation to project partners QYOBO and Medica Packaging. #thoughtleadership