Over the last few decades, a number of blockbuster hits have illustrated what life would be like if humans and robots existed side by side. While the technology featured in …
Sam Phipps
Sam Phipps
Sam worked as a freelance writer for the Inventory and Supply Chain Division at INFORM up until August 2014. E-Mail: scblog@inform-software.com
will.i.am becomes the face of 3D printing While it is not unusual for celebrities to endorse new technology products, industry tools rarely receive much interest from VIPs. However, news has …
- GeneralSupply Chain Management
The pitfalls of planning: what can businesses learn from the World Cup?
by Sam Phippsby Sam PhippsWith millions of viewers across the world, this year’s FIFA world cup is undoubtedly one of the most important events on the sporting calendar. While all eyes will be on …
- GeneralSupply Chain Management
Do MINT-nation markets offer fresh supply chain opportunities?
by Sam Phippsby Sam PhippsOver the last decade, Brazil, Russia, India and China have provided businesses with some huge opportunities to capitalize as their economies enjoyed double digit growth.
- Demand planningSupply Chain Management
A time traveller’s guide to the supply chain
by Sam Phippsby Sam PhippsFor quite some time now, humans have been consumed by the notion of time travel. While Hollywood classics such as Back to the Future and Planet of the Apes make …
Last year Google made headlines as they started to release the first few batches of their futuristic Google Glass. With its head up display and voice activated command, the wearable …
- Transparent Tuesday
Transparent Tuesday: Can transparency create a sweeter supply chain for everyone?
by Sam Phippsby Sam PhippsIn recent times, businesses have started to put a real focus on creating more transparent supply chains. This is especially true in the food industry where our booming population is …
- GeneralSupply Chain Management
Who will be driving tomorrow’s supply chain?
by Sam Phippsby Sam PhippsOver the last few decades, supply chains have been adapted beyond recognition. Whereas manufacturing plants once hummed with the sounds of a busy work force, modern supply chains today have …
Last winter, Europe was hit by a devastating cold snap which played havoc across the continent. As the snow moved west across continental Europe and over the UK, thousands were …
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Are Christmas trees really as green as we think?
by Sam Phippsby Sam PhippsIn the run up to Christmas this year, American shoppers are expected to spend a staggering $602 billion dollars. Although a large portion of this expenditure is spent on other festive …