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      <title>More bureaucracy?</title>
      <description>The new localism: procurement and the Social Value Act. By David Vayro</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17101&amp;issueid=479</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Keeping everyone happy</title>
      <description>Mark Chambers explains how the effective management of customer complaints underpins customer loyalty and profitability</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17102&amp;issueid=479</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Moving on</title>
      <description>Modernising legacy supply chain systems requires a platform-based approach. By Craig Sears-Black</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17103&amp;issueid=479</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Solid objectives</title>
      <description>ADS helped to create SC21, which is now recognised as an effective and robust supply chain improvement programme</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17118&amp;issueid=479</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Is your Supply Chain Thriving or Surviving? </title>
      <description>AEB Conference looks at Supply Chain Efficiency

Thursday, 11th April 2013, Mallory Court Hotel, Leamington Spa

Organised by AEB (International) Ltd in partnership with CILT(UK)</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17162&amp;issueid=479</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>EXCHAiNGE – The Supply Chainers’ Convention</title>
      <description>Tuesday and Wednesday, 18th and 19th June 2013, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Germany

Presentation of “Supply Chain Management Award 2013” in Frankfurt’s HOLM Forum</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17430&amp;issueid=479</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Lean on me</title>
      <description>Mike Heslop argues that combining sourcing principles and applying lean methodology provides the key to successful supply chain management</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16617&amp;issueid=467</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Brand new supply chain</title>
      <description>Hussain Mooraj believes we should let go of the ‘one size fits all’ approach</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16618&amp;issueid=467</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Inspirational performance</title>
      <description>It is not just enjoyment we should take away from this summer of sport, but valuable business lessons too, says Lloyd Snowden</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16621&amp;issueid=467</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>China in your hand</title>
      <description>Geofrey L Master takes a look at the new supply chain challenges in China</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16622&amp;issueid=467</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Going green</title>
      <description>Larry Reynolds - leadership in the emerging low carbon economy</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16625&amp;issueid=467</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A collaborative journey</title>
      <description>ADS helped to create SC21, which is now recognised as an effective and robust supply chain improvement programme</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16626&amp;issueid=467</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The BAE Systems Maritime Science and Technology Conference</title>
      <description>Businesses in the electronics and software technologies industry are being offered the opportunity to find out how they can work with one of the largest global manufacturing businesses.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16706&amp;issueid=467</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The Total Processing and Packaging Exhibition </title>
      <description>The Total Processing and Packaging Exhibition 
NEC, Birmingham, UK
4-6 June 2013 </description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16925&amp;issueid=467</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 08 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Guarding what&apos;s yours</title>
      <description>Protecting your assets in the supply chain. By Jackie Maguire</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16271&amp;issueid=460</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The unified whole</title>
      <description>Jonathan Wright and Daniella Datskovska discuss why European companies must address new supply chain risks</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16273&amp;issueid=460</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Book Report</title>
      <description>A logical sequence

Optimizing synergy between Six Sigma and Automation: Lean and Digitize. By Bernardo Nicoletti</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16290&amp;issueid=460</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 22 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Events Diary</title>
      <description>FocusConnect 

5-7 November 2012

Hotel Arts Barcelona Spain</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16291&amp;issueid=460</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 22 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Airtight services</title>
      <description>By consistently expanding the scope of its products, Pattonair has become one of the aerospace and defence industries’ fastest growing supply chain service providers</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16296&amp;issueid=460</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 22 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Events Diary</title>
      <description>The EU Nutrition and Health Claims Regulation: benefiting from the present - succeeding for the future

Location: Brussels, Belgium

Date: 11 December 2012</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16298&amp;issueid=460</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Head in the clouds?</title>
      <description>Cutting through the cloud hype. By Neil Cross</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15300&amp;issueid=444</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The new normal</title>
      <description>Alan Braithwaite highlights trends, issues and challenges in the supply chain for 2012 and beyond</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15301&amp;issueid=444</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Reliability is key</title>
      <description>Naveen Louis looks at SAN storage and RAID – maximising efficiency in a data centre</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15302&amp;issueid=444</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Under control</title>
      <description>A pallet conveyor system from CI Logistics bridges the gap at Smith and Nephew</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15304&amp;issueid=444</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Learn from the masters</title>
      <description>The next level of procurement excellence. By Jeremy Robinson</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15305&amp;issueid=444</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The contract scorecard</title>
      <description>Designing and driving success in your important contracts. By Sara CullenDesigning and driving success in your important contracts. By Sara Cullen</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15328&amp;issueid=444</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Third Annual Compliance and Risk Management Conference</title>
      <description>Tuesday, 2ndOctober 2012

Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, UK

</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15926&amp;issueid=444</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 23 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Service Management Expo 2012 </title>
      <description>18-19 September 2012
Birmingham NEC, UK
</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15986&amp;issueid=444</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 31 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Phase out the paper</title>
      <description>Mark Palmer explores the pre-requisites for a successful DMS deployment and guides manufacturers on how to deliver a highly effective business operation that results in increased efficiency, faster payments and reduced costs and risk</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15032&amp;issueid=440</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Sliding scale</title>
      <description>Balancing risk boils down to three overall values:
visibility, balance and good operational systems.
By Mark Croxton</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15033&amp;issueid=440</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Change ahead</title>
      <description>Rue Dilhe, the MD of Exel Computer Systems, identifies the areas he thinks are coming to the fore in manufacturing IT</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15034&amp;issueid=440</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Smarter strategy</title>
      <description>Ronald Teijken discusses e-commerce and the supply chain – the shift of order-taking to order making</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15035&amp;issueid=440</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Procurement mastery</title>
      <description>Fulfilling the procurement promise. By Rob Woodstock</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15036&amp;issueid=440</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Book Report</title>
      <description>Managing project supply chains

By Ron Basu</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15052&amp;issueid=440</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Setting the standard</title>
      <description>Committed to innovation and sustainability, Scandic Hotel Group has been helping to shape the hospitality industry for five decades</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15054&amp;issueid=440</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Printing perfection</title>
      <description>The Alderson Print Group is shaping its own future through strong investments and exciting new contract agreements</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15056&amp;issueid=440</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The paper family</title>
      <description>Mark Cropper is one of the youngest chairmen in one of the UK&apos;s oldest companies - James Cropper Paper plc. He answers some questions for Libbie Hammond</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14534&amp;issueid=431</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A real-time view</title>
      <description>Roman Bukary discusses mastering the shared destiny of the modern supply web</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14535&amp;issueid=431</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Embrace the unpredictable</title>
      <description>The age of ‘permanent volatility’: dynamic supply chains. By Rob Woodstock
and Greg Cudahy</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14536&amp;issueid=431</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Positive action</title>
      <description>Checking out shoppers’ carbon footprint at E.Leclerc</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14537&amp;issueid=431</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Book report</title>
      <description>This issue of ESCM features a money-saving offer for readers. Using this unique code - G11EEY35 – readers can qualify for a 35 per cent discount on selected titles from www.gowerpublishing.com/partnerescm</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14556&amp;issueid=431</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Single source supplier</title>
      <description>ICL Fertilizers&apos; global family of integrated business ensures that customers receive the highest quality, competitive pricing and responsive sales and support</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14560&amp;issueid=431</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Priviledge &amp; responsibility</title>
      <description>FedEx is seeing great success from its EarthSmart programme. Beth Galetti sheds some light on the programme</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13479&amp;issueid=409</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Sophisticated solutions</title>
      <description>Is there anyone as wise as he who learns from the experience of others? John Pulling looks at the lessons of early sales and operations planning</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13480&amp;issueid=409</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Be prepared</title>
      <description>Stobbarts construct a solid disaster recovery plan with a system from Acronis</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13481&amp;issueid=409</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Where collaboration delivers</title>
      <description>Homebase has leveraged its collaborative relationship with Unipart Logistics to deliver on its objectives</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13482&amp;issueid=409</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Book report</title>
      <description>This issue of ESCM features a money-saving offer for readers. Using this unique code - G11EEY35 – readers can qualify for a 35 per cent discount on selected titles from www.gowerpublishing.com/partnerescm</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13500&amp;issueid=409</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Generators of value</title>
      <description>Upholding the values of safety, integrity and working excellence is crucial to the success of AES</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13501&amp;issueid=409</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Red carpet treatment</title>
      <description>Sellafield Ltd underwent a major restructuring to help it more successfully handle production and decommissioning at the UK’s pre-eminent nuclear waste treatment facility</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13502&amp;issueid=409</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>breaking news</title>
      <description>Aldrady Sweden&apos;s most widely read newspaper, Metro Sweden has recently strenghtened its online presence through a number of fresh initiatives</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13509&amp;issueid=409</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A new chapter</title>
      <description>By investing in new technology, Ebner &amp; Spiegel is looking to become a &apos;first supplier&apos; to the german publishing industry</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13514&amp;issueid=409</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>In storage</title>
      <description>Currently in the midst of a major investment programme at two of its facilities and an aggressive global expansion, Westway Terminals is working to strengthen it offering to the market</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13518&amp;issueid=409</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Operational excellence</title>
      <description>ELSEN has developed from a traditional family owned transport company into s modern innovative supply chain solutions and execution organisation</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13521&amp;issueid=409</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Plan of action</title>
      <description>Mike Novels, CEO of Preactor International, talks about supply chain thinking and the move towards ‘the cloud’</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13233&amp;issueid=401</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Transport sector take note</title>
      <description>Suppliers of transport products and services can take advantage of a new exhibition for the humanitarian sector, held in Brussels from 19-20 October 2011.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13237&amp;issueid=401</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Future opportunities</title>
      <description>A new voluntary commitment known as Vinyl 2010 is proving what great strides can be made when all members of a supply chain work together</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13238&amp;issueid=401</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A natural progression</title>
      <description>Businesses need to wake up to sustainable procurement as more than a green issue says David Noble</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13255&amp;issueid=401</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Print finish</title>
      <description>Pharmaceutical wholesaler Phoenix Pharma puts industrial printing to the test</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13256&amp;issueid=401</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Book report</title>
      <description>This issue of ESCM features a new offer for readers. Using this unique code - G11EEY35 – readers can qualify for a 35 per cent discount on selected titles from
www.gowerpublishing.com/partnerESCM</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13257&amp;issueid=401</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A serial success</title>
      <description>Supply chain security - it’s safer not to wait and see says Kay Formanek</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13258&amp;issueid=401</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Securing safety</title>
      <description>For more than 60years, the AWE name has been synonymous with science, engineering and technological excellence in support of the UK nuclear deterrent</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13259&amp;issueid=401</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Terminal velocity</title>
      <description>A part of a global terminal network, Vopak Chemical
Terminals Belgium is focused on remaining a market leader</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13263&amp;issueid=401</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Improving the process</title>
      <description>Financial supply chain: an engine to improve visibility and liquidity - and reduce supply chain risk. By Jolyon Austin and Adrian Samuel</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12874&amp;issueid=392</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Book report</title>
      <description>This issue of ESCM features a money-saving offer for readers. Using this unique code - G11EEY35 – readers can qualify for a 35 per cent discount on selected titles from www.gowerpublishing.com/partnerescm</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12875&amp;issueid=392</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Lease is more</title>
      <description>One of Europe’s leading asset management and development companies, PointPark Properties is seeing growth in the market across Europe</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12880&amp;issueid=392</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Young at heart</title>
      <description>An expert in developing play and games environments , Lappset is aiming to make senior citizens embrace their inner child</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12883&amp;issueid=392</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The right ingredients</title>
      <description>Prospects continue to look good for Xellia Pharmaceuticals as the company invests in facilities that support the advances of the future</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12891&amp;issueid=392</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Safe &amp; sound</title>
      <description>Offering a range of security solutions, GSL Dardan utilises a multuifaceted approach to service the many needs of its clients</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12893&amp;issueid=392</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>An optimal solution</title>
      <description>Paul Martyn looks at complex spend management, using a simple analogy</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12515&amp;issueid=377</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Gaining an edge</title>
      <description>In this Q&amp;A, Matthew Eatough, CEO at buyingTeam, discusses making procurement more relevant to company executives</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12511&amp;issueid=377</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Faking it</title>
      <description>Andrew Gilbert analyses how to tackle the counterfeiters and increase accountability in the supply chain</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12513&amp;issueid=377</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Carbon footprinting the procurement process</title>
      <description>Praveen Shankar and Seb Hoyle explore resurgent interest in supply chain carbon footprint calculations – and show how they can be used to assess energy efficiency in an automated process</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12514&amp;issueid=377</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Book Report</title>
      <description>This issue of ESCM features a money-saving offer for readers. Using this unique code - G11EEY35 – readers can qualify for a 35 per cent discount on selected titles from www.gowerpublishing.com/partnerescm</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12534&amp;issueid=377</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The book business</title>
      <description>After over 150 years in the Swedish publishing market Norstedts Förlagsgrupp is continuing to embrace new developments, such as the growing e-book market</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12540&amp;issueid=377</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>At risk</title>
      <description>Craig Gottlieb highlights how even high-cost, ‘high-criticality’ goods can be secured from risk across the supply chain</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12277&amp;issueid=370</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Fiscal sense</title>
      <description>The financial supply chain integration myth.
By Mark Croxton</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12278&amp;issueid=370</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Make or break</title>
      <description>In this Q&amp;A, Richard Nixon and Andrew Underwood, business effectiveness partners at KPMG Performance &amp; Technology, speak about issues and trends in supply chain</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12295&amp;issueid=370</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>This issue of ESCM features a new offer for readers. Using this unique code - G11EEY35 – readers can qualify for a 35 per cent discount on selected titles from
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      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12296&amp;issueid=370</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Spotless reputation</title>
      <description>Elite Miljø is determined to remain at the forefront of the development and delivery of quality cleaning</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12308&amp;issueid=370</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The big chill</title>
      <description>Dear Editor
As snow arrived across England and Scotland, forecasters have issued warnings of winter chaos to come, which could have a massive impact on UK businesses. </description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12162&amp;issueid=367</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Supplier continuity</title>
      <description>Dear Editor
Seventy per cent of businesses have been adversely affected by disruption to their supply chain over the past 12 months. </description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12163&amp;issueid=367</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Cost savings</title>
      <description>Dear Editor
In an age of austerity it appears that European businesses are missing a trick when it comes to realising the financial advantages of accurate data relating to procurements within the supply chain. </description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12164&amp;issueid=367</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Paper elimination</title>
      <description>Ronald Teijken highlights how electronic invoicing can be a first step to help companies meet their sustainability targets</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12165&amp;issueid=367</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Perfect plan</title>
      <description>Preactor proves to be the ideal packaging sequencing remedy for NPIL</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12166&amp;issueid=367</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The year of PLM</title>
      <description>Mark Dale discusses the new global communication and data management challenges</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12175&amp;issueid=367</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Survive and thrive</title>
      <description>Outsourcing: can life sciences companies afford to ignore it? By Kay Formanek</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12184&amp;issueid=367</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Cut &amp; print</title>
      <description>Marketers need to find the ‘low hanging fruit’ in the marketing supply chain to maximise efficiency and prepare the business for growth, says David Fincham</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12185&amp;issueid=367</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>New thinking</title>
      <description>Following a logistics debate, which attracte  some of the leading professionals in the UK supply chain industry, John Perry discusses the importance of effective supplier collaboration</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12186&amp;issueid=367</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Events Diary</title>
      <description>
This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of EUROPEAN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12187&amp;issueid=367</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Book report</title>
      <description>Every ESCM issue features four new titles just for you. We offer you a unique code (G9CDQ30) to qualify for a discount on your chosen titles from www.gowerpublishing.com/partnerESCM</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12188&amp;issueid=367</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Waste away</title>
      <description>Experts in waste management services, Sita Finland is continuing to expand its capabilities into new sectors</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12193&amp;issueid=367</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Leading provider</title>
      <description>Pattonair is one of the world&apos;s largest procurers of aerospace &amp; defence products</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12197&amp;issueid=367</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 13 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Ambitious procurement reforms</title>
      <description>Dear Editor
The Government’s new plans to boost public sector procurement opportunities for SMEs is great rhetoric but it will be challenging to implement. </description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11741&amp;issueid=357</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Successful &amp; significant</title>
      <description>Amit Chatterjee founded Hara with the intention to use his skills to make a difference. Here he tells the story of the company’s evolution</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11742&amp;issueid=357</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Setting the standard</title>
      <description>Gary Lynch discusses the impact of inconsistent data and why it is time for executives across Europe to get communication savvy across the supply chain</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11743&amp;issueid=357</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The right support</title>
      <description>Richard Cottrell explains why companies should look at technology as an enabler to change, but emphasises it must be adequately supported</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11745&amp;issueid=357</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Real impact</title>
      <description>John Ransford describes the principles and potential benefits of lean</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11753&amp;issueid=357</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Tales of the unexpected</title>
      <description>Nicky Pearce explores some of the key sources of risk in today’s climate and the need for companies to recognise and prepare for the unforeseen elements of international procurement</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11755&amp;issueid=357</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Supply chain failure</title>
      <description>A new survey from the Business Continuity Institute (BCI) has revealed serious levels of supply chain failure.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11756&amp;issueid=357</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Useful lessons</title>
      <description>Walkers has worked hard to identify ways to reduce its direct contribution to greenhouse gas emissions</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11761&amp;issueid=357</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Get ready</title>
      <description>Mark Brannan shares a message from your customs officer: EMCS is fast approaching!</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11763&amp;issueid=357</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Events Diary</title>
      <description>This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of EUROPEAN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11764&amp;issueid=357</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Book Report</title>
      <description>Every ESCM issue features four new titles just for you. We offer you a unique code (G9CDQ30) to qualify for a discount on your chosen titles from www.gowerpublishing.com/partnerESCM</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11765&amp;issueid=357</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Continuous Compliance</title>
      <description>Dear Editor,
At a time when IT budgets are under tight scrutiny, senior managers are more willing than ever to release funds for PCI compliance. </description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11280&amp;issueid=344</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Uncompromised Security</title>
      <description>Dear Editor,

The impact of hacker attacks and data breaches can be potentially devastating and very often the danger comes from within. </description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11281&amp;issueid=344</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The Right Partner</title>
      <description>Dear Editor,

Today’s retail IT director is far more than a ‘techie’ on-hand to deal with the black-arts of till and website malfunctions. </description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11282&amp;issueid=344</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Give it some serious thought</title>
      <description>With the issues of global warming high on everyone’s agenda, CEO of SWR, Giles Whiteley highlights the importance of looking after the world’s finite resources</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11283&amp;issueid=344</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Compliance fatigue</title>
      <description>Rob Smith of Kewill deconstructs compliance within the supply chain and discusses how it affects overall efficiency</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11284&amp;issueid=344</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Staying flexible</title>
      <description>When it comes to investing in technology, Chris Pope analyses the three key areas where FSM companies face a gamble</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11285&amp;issueid=344</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The business challenge</title>
      <description>Moto found the best solution for processing its invoices, as it realised that manually processing them was proving to be a drain on resources</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11301&amp;issueid=344</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Staying ahead of the game</title>
      <description>Predictive analytics, the next generation of competitive strategy and management science, is already proving itself as a source of competitive edge across the supply chain. Frode Huse Gjendem elaborates</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11302&amp;issueid=344</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Visibility is key</title>
      <description>Following a recent study by Rosslyn Analytics, Hugh Cox highlights the challenges procurement professionals face in obtaining accurate spend data and how these could be overcome</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11303&amp;issueid=344</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The ability to make or break</title>
      <description>Alan Waller, Carbon Consultant at Greenstone Carbon Management looks into how suppliers can be more efficient in measuring their carbon footprint, turning it into a business growth opportunity</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11304&amp;issueid=344</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Events Diary</title>
      <description>This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of EUROPEAN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11305&amp;issueid=344</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Book Report</title>
      <description>Every ESCM issue features four new titles just for you. We offer you a unique code (G9CDQ30) to qualify for a discount on your chosen titles from www.gowerpublishing.com/partnerESCM</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11306&amp;issueid=344</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Digital future</title>
      <description>The printing market today is changing rapidly but Hansaprint’s recent developments have ensured its stability</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11311&amp;issueid=344</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Making headlines</title>
      <description>With over a million readers, it’s hard to dispute Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung’s reputation as Germany’s quality national newspaper</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11316&amp;issueid=344</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Leading the paper chain</title>
      <description>CellMark has experienced rapid expapansion since its founding and its paper division is today one of the industry’s largest figures</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11317&amp;issueid=344</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Making a Return</title>
      <description>Dear Editor,
Why do so many of today’s systems replacement projects end in disappointment? </description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10832&amp;issueid=334</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Bridging the Gap</title>
      <description>Dear Editor,
With most businesses still experiencing economic pressures and skilled professionals choosing to stay put during these tough times, this has left slim pickings for those organisations looking to recruit experienced and skilled individuals for specialist roles.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10833&amp;issueid=334</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Tailoring the Cloud</title>
      <description>Dear Editor,
Over the past 20 years, accountants have leveraged technology to systematically improve the financial information available to the business. </description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10834&amp;issueid=334</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Change tactics</title>
      <description>Kelly Thomas, SVP of manufacturing at JDA Software, highlights how companies need to change their most fundamental supply chain philosophies to reflect the new realities under which they operate today</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10835&amp;issueid=334</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Tending grassroots</title>
      <description>Several crucial business functions are experiencing skills shortages. Matthew Edwards looks into how companies need to be aware of these oncoming challenges to ensure they are not at risk</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10836&amp;issueid=334</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Where&apos;s the money</title>
      <description>Following a time of economic turmoil, businesses are taking the first steps to recovery – but how have priorities changed for those in charge of the financial aspect of the business, and how are they looking to strengthen the business for the future?</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10855&amp;issueid=334</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Events Diary</title>
      <description>This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of EUROPEAN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10856&amp;issueid=334</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10856&amp;issueid=334</guid>
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      <title>Book Report</title>
      <description>Every ESCM issue features four new titles just for you. We offer you a unique code (G9CDQ30) to qualify for a discount on your chosen titles from www.gowerpublishing.com/partnerESCM</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10857&amp;issueid=334</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A safer solution</title>
      <description>Having estatablished itself as an inspiratiation for safe waste treateatment in Denmark, Kommunekemi is set to expand its interests in foreign climes</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10867&amp;issueid=334</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Disaster Recovery</title>
      <description>Dear Editor,
As recent events have shown, weather conditions can have a massive impact on UK businesses.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10668&amp;issueid=331</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Better Prepared</title>
      <description>Dear Editor,
Six days after the volcanic ash started, the flight ban has been lifted and normality is slowly starting to resume. </description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10669&amp;issueid=331</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Keeping Tabs</title>
      <description>Dear Editor,
Most businesses recognise that manual employee expenses are a waste of time, and many are taking the opportunity to automate the process to deliver efficiency and release time to concentrate on more business-critical tasks. </description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10670&amp;issueid=331</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Nothing is impossible</title>
      <description>Pam Kaur’s quest to find the next rising star to change the face of the industry led her to an inspirational figure, Kathrin Riemer</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10671&amp;issueid=331</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Taking responsibility</title>
      <description>Chris Creegan examines the role of ethical trade practice in businesses today, exploring the benefits it can have to the companies that apply it and the workers involved</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10673&amp;issueid=331</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Reaping the benefits</title>
      <description>With quality management so high on everyone’s agenda, Chris Pope looks behind the scenes at the challenges of a premier potato supplier</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10674&amp;issueid=331</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Empowering your business</title>
      <description>Having the confidence in your supply chain to perform efficiently can pay dividends in reduced inventories. But then David Grosvenor points out that, seeing is believing</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10675&amp;issueid=331</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Journey of improvement</title>
      <description>Allergy Therapeutics undertook a business-changing
journey only to arrive at a much stronger position to achieve a major improvement in performance</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10691&amp;issueid=331</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Back on the agenda</title>
      <description>The past 24 months have been a defining period for procurement organisations globally. During this time many shifted their focus from top-line growth to cost reduction – leading to opportunism and often a fragmented supply base</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10692&amp;issueid=331</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Critical findings</title>
      <description>Alastair Sorbie, president &amp; chief executive officer at IFS reveals the results of a recent study by IPMA</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10694&amp;issueid=331</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Events Diary</title>
      <description>This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of EUROPEAN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10695&amp;issueid=331</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Book Report</title>
      <description>Every ESCM issue features four new titles just for you. We offer you a unique code (G9CDQ30) to qualify for a discount on your chosen titles from 

www.gowerpublishing.com/partnerESCM</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10696&amp;issueid=331</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Poised for growth</title>
      <description>Despite the recesion, Initial Austria looks set to grow after investing heavily in its logistics operations in recent months</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10699&amp;issueid=331</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Spotless reputation</title>
      <description>Despite the ongoing effects of the economic crisis, Allianceplus is continuing to expand its interests through the deliverance of high quality cleaning services</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10708&amp;issueid=331</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Exchanging Ideas</title>
      <description>Dear Editor,
In March, Rotterdam hosted the European conference from the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals – a useful event for the 160 or so supply chain experts who attended.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10438&amp;issueid=325</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A Welcomed Act</title>
      <description>Dear Editor,
Driving forward a strong code of ethical conduct for business to work against is crucial if industry is to engage in above the board, fair practice.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10439&amp;issueid=325</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Your letters</title>
      <description>To contribute to this page, or comment on anything in ESCM, email pkaur@schofieldpublishing.co.uk, or fax it to +44(0) 1603274131, clearly marking it out to The Editor of ESCM.
</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10440&amp;issueid=325</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Beyond average</title>
      <description>The recession highlighted many companies’ lack of ability to accurately keep stock of their wares or estimate demand. Pam Kaur speaks to Robert F Byrne, president and CEO of a company that has come to the aid of several giants in the industry that have fallen foul of the same mistake</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10442&amp;issueid=325</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Beyond average</title>
      <description>The recession highlighted many companies’ lack of ability to accurately keep stock of their wares or estimate demand. Pam Kaur speaks to Robert F Byrne, president and CEO of a company that has come to the aid of several giants in the industry that have fallen foul of the same mistake</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10443&amp;issueid=325</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A seamless offering</title>
      <description>Martin Fletcher highlights that an integrated and agile supply chain has become a major component within the multi channel proposition</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10445&amp;issueid=325</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Putting a label on it</title>
      <description>In addressing debates of whether food products should include carbon labelling, Zaina Gadema is currently leading a research to gauge consumers’ opinions</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10448&amp;issueid=325</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Speaking the same language</title>
      <description>Andrew Kinder of Infor analyses the anatomy of sales and operational planning success</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10450&amp;issueid=325</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Guiding the journey</title>
      <description>Accenture’s Gary Hanifan and Seb Hoyle looks into how the rise of product-level carbon footprinting puts sustainability back on the supply chain agenda</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10474&amp;issueid=325</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The new order</title>
      <description>With the recent passing of the Bribery Act, John Bray of Control Risks analyses the implications it could have for companies</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10475&amp;issueid=325</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Events Diary</title>
      <description>This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of EUROPEAN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10476&amp;issueid=325</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Book Report</title>
      <description>To bring even more value to its readers, ESCM has successfully formed a valuable relationship with Gower Publishing. The books featured on this page have been especially selected and presented to you at a generous discount.

</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10477&amp;issueid=325</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Chain reaction</title>
      <description>With operations spanning the globe, Mondi GROUP is continuing to deliver premier paper solutions through its efficient and progressive supply chain</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10482&amp;issueid=325</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Transporting success</title>
      <description>As the leading bus operator for the Walloon region of Belgium, Société Régionale Wallonne Du Transport aims to offer the latest in ticketing solutions</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10484&amp;issueid=325</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Printing pioneers</title>
      <description>With a dedication to the latest technology, Reprograf is one of the leading suppliers of printing equipment in Poland</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10497&amp;issueid=325</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Perfect fit</title>
      <description>Pam Kaur was determined to learn more about how when two friends got together, sparks of a new business venture flew</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10068&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Perfect fit</title>
      <description>Pam Kaur was determined to learn more about how when two friends got together, sparks of a new business venture flew</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10069&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Eastern promise</title>
      <description>In the wake of the financial crisis, the success of many European companies will now depend upon their willingness to invest in growing Asian markets. Chris Creegan investigates</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10070&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The undiscovered saving</title>
      <description>Matthew Sanders, chief executive of de Poel, explains how managing temporary agency labour spend all depends on a simple, three-part regulation process</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10071&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Making it to the priority list</title>
      <description>Steve Howells, merchandise visibility, director market development EMEA at Checkpoint Systems, explains how developments in RFID technology are helping to improve supply chain management</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10072&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Mastering complexity</title>
      <description>With the resurgent focus of Lean and Six Sigma principles, Julian Mosquera, director at LCP Consulting highlights the seven key areas of complexity experienced by businesses</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10077&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Navigating the rocks</title>
      <description>Cathy Humphreys, UK country manager at INFORM, advises companies on how they can turn excess stock into cash, without exposing their bottom line to unnecessary risks</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10081&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Carbon challenge</title>
      <description>A look into how collaboration and best practice sharing between members and their supply base will be crucial to bringing carbon emissions and climate change management to the next level</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10087&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A consuming passion</title>
      <description>Dr Trevor Davis of IBM looks into how organisations can move towards ‘smarter food’ for a better food supply chain</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10088&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10088&amp;issueid=315</guid>
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      <title>Events Diary</title>
      <description>This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of EUROPEAN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10089&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Logichem Asia</title>
      <description>25-27 May 2010, Grand Hyatt, Singapore SG</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10090&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>SCL Europe</title>
      <description>12th European Supply Chain &amp; Logistics Summit
7-9 June 2010, The Clarion Congress Hotel, Prague CZ</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10091&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Book erport</title>
      <description>To bring even more value to its readers, ESCM has successfully formed a valuable relationship with Gower Publishing. The books featured on this page have been especially selected and presented to you at a generous discount.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10092&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Shaping Norway</title>
      <description>Following involvement in a number of lucrative infrastructure contracts, Ramboll is continuing to maintain its industry leading position in Norway</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10149&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 10 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A page turner</title>
      <description>Ebner &amp; Spiegel will be spending the next three years making huge investments and expanding its business significantly</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10152&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 10 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Electrical potential</title>
      <description>Supplying some of the world&apos;s leading lifting solutions in the material handling sector, Barloworld HAndling is innovating in the field of electric trucks</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10159&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Life savers</title>
      <description>There seems to bea no stopping Pronova BioPharma, as the demand for its life-saving products continue to soar</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10166&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Sustaining Your Green Miles</title>
      <description>Dear Editor,
The Government’s food strategy unveiled at the end of January has certainly attached a great deal of debate as highlighted in FTA’s press release – ‘To Fudge or Not to Fudge’ – that appeared in ESCM’s Issue 1, 2010. In meeting the requirements, food and drink companies should not forget to address customer and investor demands for the adoption of and detailed reporting on sustainable business processes. In doing so, savvy companies will gain a competitive advantage over their competitors.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10169&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The Era of Slicker Transactions</title>
      <description>Dear Editor,
Following the announcement of the Budget 2010, Alistair Darling detailed that all central government departments will now aim to pay 80 per cent of all undisputed invoices within five days and will explore the option of immediate payments, in due course.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10170&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Your letters</title>
      <description>To contribute to this page, or comment on anything in ESCM, email pkaur@schofieldpublishing.co.uk,
or fax it to +44(0) 1603274131, clearly marking it out to The Editor of ESCM.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10171&amp;issueid=315</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Rise of the phoenix</title>
      <description>Ronald Teijken of Sterling Commerce discusses the formula needed for manufacturers to emerge stronger and more successful from the ashes of the recession</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9618&amp;issueid=308</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Winning DNA</title>
      <description>Demonstrable traceability is often the very DNA that helps manufacturers win orders, which benefits every level of the supply chain</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9619&amp;issueid=308</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Lead by innovations</title>
      <description>Chris Creegan takes a look at how companies that take early measures to reduce their CO2 emissions along the supply chain are better positioned to reap the long-term rewards</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9623&amp;issueid=308</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Renewed focus</title>
      <description>Jeremy Robinson and Sourav Niyogi of Accenture highlight how changes in organisational structure have further changed the procurement picture</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9636&amp;issueid=308</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Rising tide</title>
      <description>Corporations are exposed to escalating risk brought about by increasing complexity within their supply chains and a growing dependency upon suppliers. Mitigating those risks will require a complete understanding of the supply base, something that is best achieved through a collaborative approach</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9637&amp;issueid=308</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of EUROPEAN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>To bring even more value to its readers, ESCM has successfully formed a valuable relationship with Gower Publishing. The books featured on this page have been especially selected and presented to you at a generous discount.</description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A big impact</title>
      <description>AGA has recently invested in a new liquefied nat ural gas terminal in Sweden, scheduled for completion in 2011</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9641&amp;issueid=308</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Solid backing</title>
      <description>ETDE Contracting is continuing to build upon its strong market position by drawing in the experience and expertise of its sister companies</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9642&amp;issueid=308</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The road to success</title>
      <description>Svevia AB focuses on growing fromj its domestic market in Sweden into neighbouring countries</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9643&amp;issueid=308</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A family affair</title>
      <description>By bolstering its portfolio with well-knowown brands, Cooper Callas has continued to enjoy success during the recession</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9664&amp;issueid=308</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Digital motion</title>
      <description>SF Norge continues to invest in developing new digitalised film production technology in order to meet the changing demands of the market</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9666&amp;issueid=308</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Always seeking ways to represent the industry, ESCM is proud to be one of the Media Partners for two upcoming events that will be taking place in two of the major continents – Europe &amp; Asia
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      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10006&amp;issueid=308</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Synchronicity in motion</title>
      <description>Since many supply chains are struggling to react to a highly volatile market, Filippo Focacci and David Simchi-Levi highlight how companies could impede being caught short of stock when the economy bounces back</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9538&amp;issueid=304</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Defining your strategy</title>
      <description>Are industrial companies prepared for the future economy? Accenture believes that strategically priced service parts could certainly help</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9556&amp;issueid=304</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>World of fluctuations</title>
      <description>Rocco Magno, director of American Express FX International Payments offers advice on how UK SMEs can save both time and money by effectively managing their international payments process</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9557&amp;issueid=304</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>This listing represents a selection of the events about which we have been notified. It is strongly recommended that direct contact should be made with the individual organiser responsible for each event before booking places or making travel and accommodation reservations. Cancellations and other last-minute alterations are liable to occur. The editor and publishers of EUROPEAN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT are not responsible for any loss or inconvenience suffered by readers in connection with this guide to events.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9558&amp;issueid=304</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>To bring even more value to its readers, ESCM has successfully formed a valuable relationship with Gower Publishing. The books featured on this page have been especially selected and presented to you at a generous discount.
</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9559&amp;issueid=304</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Being top of the game</title>
      <description>Bruce, Brian &amp; Joshua reveal the results of in-depth interviews with operations executives that represent major implications for companies in a broad range of industries</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9276&amp;issueid=301</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The need to change</title>
      <description>Many companies face difficulties when managing their carbon. Stephen Mooney identifies the pitfalls as well as the solutions to communicate a clear carbon vision</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9277&amp;issueid=301</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Digital empowerment</title>
      <description>Ronald Teijken of Sterling Commerce explains the approach manufacturers need to take to successfully 
manage an extended supply chain</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9278&amp;issueid=301</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A green partnership</title>
      <description>Jane Gorick, managing director of pallet pool operator LPR, discusses how sustainability can be improved through more collaborative partnerships within the supply chain</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9282&amp;issueid=301</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Greatest asset</title>
      <description>Chris Pope highlights the challenges of human planning and scheduling</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9286&amp;issueid=301</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Lessons to be learnt</title>
      <description>Amit Gupta delves further into the results of Accenture’s recent survey that distinguishes the ‘men’ from the ‘boys’ in supply chain, and the implications of being the latter</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9293&amp;issueid=301</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Still in focus</title>
      <description>EcoSecurities’ two-year survey portrays that green issues are still very much on the global corporate agenda despite the economic crisis</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9294&amp;issueid=301</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Events Diary</title>
      <description>The Impact of the 2008 Planning Act for Businesses, Developers and Project Promoters
1-2 December 2009, Central London
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      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9295&amp;issueid=301</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Book Report</title>
      <description>To bring even more value to its readers, ESCM has successfully formed a valuable relationship with Gower Publishing. The books featured on this page have been especially selected and presented to you at a generous discount.

Just visit www.gowerpublishing.com/partnerESCM add the title(s) you would like from the selection to the shopping basket, insert the unique code (G9CDQ30) and the basket will automatically be recalculated to show the discounted price. More books will be added on a regular basis, so watch this space – as they say.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9296&amp;issueid=301</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Combined strength</title>
      <description>Having placed a great deal of investment in fleet upgrades and advanced technology, Lothian Buses is in a strong position to benefit from the new tram network</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9302&amp;issueid=301</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Game on</title>
      <description>Earlier this year, KE Mathiasen was acquired by leading European toy group, TOP-TOY, in a move thatat has further improved its market position</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9309&amp;issueid=301</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Best in show</title>
      <description>With a dedication to new and innovative products , Musti ja Mirri aims to stay ahead of the trends for pet shop provision</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9311&amp;issueid=301</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Healthy innovations</title>
      <description>Biohit is developing products to combat the harmful effects of carcinogenic acetaldehyde</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9338&amp;issueid=301</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A global network</title>
      <description>Through its Worldwide Alliance network, Freshtex has been able to continue expanding as a business regardless of the curent economic situation</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9347&amp;issueid=301</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Wasting no opportunities</title>
      <description>Kommunekemi is not deterred by the economic climate and is stil looking to penetrate the UK market</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9423&amp;issueid=301</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Global solution</title>
      <description>A look into how technology can help retailers manage increasingly global supply chains</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8746&amp;issueid=285</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Accelerating out of recession</title>
      <description>The five steps to create supply chain innovation in a down economy as revealed by Andrew Kirkwood of RedPrairie</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8747&amp;issueid=285</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Upwardly and outwardly mobile</title>
      <description>Browser based technology is vital to the whole area of mobile supply chain and business management. Jonathan Orme discusses the evolution of such technology, highlighting its benefits</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8748&amp;issueid=285</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Collaborate to accumulate</title>
      <description>Alan Leaman, CEO of MCA, highlights why businesses may be missing a trick by neglecting their supplier relationships</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8765&amp;issueid=285</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Termination without pain</title>
      <description>Walker Morris’ Emma Wright highlights the importance of giving elements of a contract careful consideration prior to entering into one</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8766&amp;issueid=285</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Gaining ground in stormy weather</title>
      <description>Accenture’s Gary Hanifan examines the seven imperatives that will help supply chain masters to survive the economic slump with less damage and emerge with new potential to excel</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8767&amp;issueid=285</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>MPM 2009</title>
      <description>15th October 2009 at Heritage Motor Centre, Warwickshire, UK</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8768&amp;issueid=285</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>SAP UK &amp; Ireland User Group Conference</title>
      <description>23rd-24th November 2009 at Manchester, UK Central</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8769&amp;issueid=285</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>JDAConnect 2009</title>
      <description>21st-22nd October 2009 at Park Inn Hotel Heathrow, London</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8770&amp;issueid=285</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>CILT OPEN DAY</title>
      <description>26th November 2009 at CILT Northants, UK </description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8771&amp;issueid=285</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Fuelling the market</title>
      <description>Stora Enso is researching away of using pulp fibre as a renewable energy source for the car industry </description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8789&amp;issueid=285</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Strategic expansion</title>
      <description>RS Components looks to expand upon its portfolio
by 2011 with the adition of 120,000 new electronics
products to its range</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8791&amp;issueid=285</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Balancing act</title>
      <description>Alastair Clifford-Jones, CEO and supply chain specialist at ABeam Consulting, examines the environmental and financial challenges that have increased the complexity of modern supply chains</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8632&amp;issueid=281</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The smart choice</title>
      <description>Nader Sabbaghian takes an in-depth look into the past, present and the future of low-cost country sourcing</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8633&amp;issueid=281</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The vital link</title>
      <description>Technology plays a crucial role in improving the supply chain, as John Redfern the managing director at Inovis EMEA highlights</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8634&amp;issueid=281</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Embarking on a journey</title>
      <description>Managing demand cannot be underestimated especially in a volatile marketThe</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8642&amp;issueid=281</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Navigating a turbulent economy</title>
      <description>In the midst of economic uncertainty, Daniel Rasmus
from Microsoft delves further into how companies
could be better poised to succeed as markets calm</description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Gearing up for the wave</title>
      <description>Despite the obvious bad times for businesses, Sigi Osagie of EPG believes that it is a good time for change</description>
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      <title>Are your finances disintegrating?</title>
      <description>Better understanding between finance and procurement is essential to long-term success; but companies may be struggling more than ever to bring the two together according to new research from Basware</description>
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      <title>Service Management Expo 2009</title>
      <description>22–23 September 09 at NEC Hall 10 in Birmingham</description>
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      <title>3rd Hi-Tech &amp; Electronics Supply Chain Summit</title>
      <description>29th-30th September 2009 at Marriott, Amsterdam</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8656&amp;issueid=281</link>
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      <title>2nd Global Distribution Strategies-Europe 2009</title>
      <description>6th–7th October 2009 at Radisson Blue Hotel, Brussels</description>
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      <title>Fertile growth</title>
      <description>Yara Sluiskil BV will soon be home to one of the largest and most efficient urea solutions plants in the world</description>
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      <title>Leading the pack</title>
      <description>Rexam’s carefully organised Supplier Excellence programme sets the industry standard as the company looks to further strengthen its leading market position</description>
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      <title>Providing the best solution</title>
      <description>Peterson SBS looks to defy the global economic meltdown by continuing to expand its operations across a number of its sites</description>
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      <title>Health matters</title>
      <description>GE Healthcare Finland is launching a new monitoring line and looking at opportunities in the Asian market</description>
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      <title>Handling the situation</title>
      <description>Barloworld Handling is looking to globalise its best practices to best cater to its clients’ needs during these tough times</description>
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      <title>Forward thinking</title>
      <description>Hansaprint’s development of new digital and IT marketing services is key to the company’s future survival</description>
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      <title>Flower power</title>
      <description>Having just entered a joint venture with an American partner , Florensis looks to further boost its global influence</description>
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      <title>Strong chemistry</title>
      <description>Managing director, Wim Doppenberg is quietly confident of Hendri-Gras Chemical’s future</description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The light choice</title>
      <description>Storel AB anticipates many new product launches in 2009</description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Top dog</title>
      <description>Armitage Pet Care stands out in the industry, producing over 50 per cent of its products locally rather than sourcing from abroad</description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Driving through the crisis</title>
      <description>As the automotive sector is leapfrogging the banks with pleas for financial support to help keep the industry afloat, Duncan Wilkes, CEO of Nationwide Autocentre, gives his verdict on the industry and the knock on affect this will have for fleet managers</description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Delivering results</title>
      <description>The oldest printer and publisher in the world, has doubled its pick rate in its UK warehouse and delivered a huge increase in productivity with the help of RedPrairie.</description>
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      <title>The right dosage</title>
      <description>Jonathan Wright looks into balancing cost, customer service and sustainability to achieve a high-performance supply chain</description>
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      <title>A call to action</title>
      <description>Patrick Furey, senior category manager at spend management solutions provider, Ariba, looks at the impact the global recession is having on supply markets</description>
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      <title>Untapped benefit</title>
      <description>Gustav Mauer highlights the importance of ensuring a tax efficient supply chain, especially in the wake of recession</description>
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      <title>Materials Handling Middle East 2009</title>
      <description>31st May–2nd June 2009 at Dubai International Convention &amp; Exhibition Centre, Dubai</description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>International Defence Logistics 2009</title>
      <description>9th-11th June 2009 at Hotel Le Plaza, Brussels</description>
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      <title>Smart 2009 Conference</title>
      <description>10th – 11th June 2009 at Sydney Convention &amp; Exhibition Centre, Sydney</description>
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      <title>Platts European Utility Supply Chain</title>
      <description>22nd-23rd June 2009 at Grange City Hotel, London</description>
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      <description>With the increasing pressure from the European Government, Kraftwerk Mehrum is finding new ways to reduce its carbon footprint</description>
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      <description>GEFCO is developing its portfolio of services by forming new realtionships in the two-wheeler vehicle industry</description>
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      <description>Having first opened it doors in 1929, Grosvenor House hotel is celebrating its 80th birthday with a multi-million pound refurbishment and the launch of a new rose</description>
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      <description>Hurtigruten is renowned for its comprehensive and adventurous voyages to some of the most remote, beautiful and dramatic coastlines on the planet</description>
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      <title>MAKING CONNECTIONS</title>
      <description>Computer 2000 has further boosted its market presence after its parent company partnered with Brightstar, one of the world&apos;s leading mobile technology distributors</description>
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      <title>TAKING THE FLOOR</title>
      <description>Amtico International stands out from its competitors through pioneering innovations such as revolutionaly PVC-flooring design</description>
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      <title>THE PERSONAL TOUCH</title>
      <description>In operation for almost a quarter of a century, JVAB is flourishing thanks to its close partnerships with clients</description>
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      <title>It is time to come to London</title>
      <description>Janet Coyle, head of 2012 at Think London, discusses the business opportunities for European companies around the London Olympic and Paralympic Games</description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Looking closer to home</title>
      <description>Evan Puzey, Kewill’s chief marketing officer believes that companies need to take advantage of both global and local opportunitieshas</description>
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      <description>Alan Aras, of global certification body NQA, explains how to identify the key risks that arise in a turbulent economy and how implementation of an accredited ISO 9001:2008 quality management system can be effectively used in challenging times</description>
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      <description>Steven Barr, sales manager of IFS UK looks into how the current economic climate is forcing IT directors and managers to scrutinise their supply chain and improve productivity through effective use of IT</description>
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      <description>Kimberly-Clark drives sustainability through the heart of its supply chain</description>
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      <description>Martyn Hart of the NOA believes that outsourcing should not be seen as a ‘fix all’ strategy in the current economic crisis</description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The Silver Lining in a Troubled Economy</title>
      <description>Kevin Tingey, vice president and general manager EMEA, Servigistics looks into how strategic service management can be the differentiating factor</description>
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      <title>The Suststainable Supply Chain</title>
      <description>Gary Hanifan &amp; Seb Hoyle discuss how companies can create value through a more sustainable approach to packaging</description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>LogiPharma Europe 2009</title>
      <description>21st-23rd April 2009 at Intercontinental Hotel, Geneva</description>
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      <title>ProcureCon Indirect 2009</title>
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      <description>28th-30th April 2009 at Hall 9, NEC Birmingham</description>
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      <title>Supply Chain Distinction Awards 2009</title>
      <description>9th June 2009, Swissôtel Düsseldorf, Germany</description>
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      <title>GROWING AMBITION</title>
      <description>BRUNO NEBELUNG OFFERS A COMPLETE SERVICE TO KEEP END USERS HAPPY</description>
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      <description>IL RECYCLING AB&apos;S RECENT ACQUISITION MEANS THAT IT IS NOW VIEWED AS AN ATTRACTIVE FULL SERVICE PROVIDER</description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>MCH IS MADE UP OF THREE EXHIBITION AND ENTERTAINMENT LOCATIONS THAT PROVIDE THE HIGHEST QUALITY SERVICE POSSIBLE FOR SPORTING, MUSIC, CULTURAL, POLITICAL AND INDUSTRY EVENTS</description>
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      <title>PACKING A PUNCH</title>
      <description>SIG COMBIBLOC HAS DEVELOPED A NEW PACKAGING SYSTEM THAT ALSO FEATURES ALL THE ADVANTAGE OF ITS CARTON PACKAGING SYSTEM</description>
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      <description>SINCE 2004, DEEPSTORE HAS BEEN RESPONSIBLE FOR THE PROTECTION OF VITAL NATIONAL ARCHIVE RECORDS IN ITS HIGH-SECURITY UNDERGROUND FACILITY.</description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Marcus Lawson, product development manager at First Ondemand, discusses how to help secure the global manufacturing supply chain</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7070&amp;issueid=234</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Mike Novels of Preactor International looks into how companies are getting the best from global solutions</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7071&amp;issueid=234</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Richard Ward, chairman of First B2B discusses the way in which companies can protect their profitability during the downturn</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7072&amp;issueid=234</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>New legislation will force a re-assessment of fleet management – but there can be some big positives to be gained through enhancing company vehicles with telematics and other cost saving measures, as John Wisdom, sales and marketing director at Cybit explains</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7076&amp;issueid=234</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Sigi Osagie highlights how the modern manufacturing world just can’t get away from outsource partners</description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Jim McKevitt, head of supply chain practice for management consultancy Cairnforth, looks at how manufacturing companies can escape the cycle of fantasy performance planning</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7090&amp;issueid=234</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Ronald Teijken, industry executive for manufacturing operations EMEA at Sterling Commerce, explains why it’s necessary to connect to your business partners</description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>It’s not the product or the service; it’s the outcome that counts. The economic challenges of 2009 will encourage buyers to think and act differently, writes i2’s Anand Iyer</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7092&amp;issueid=234</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>As the subject of a recent buy-out, Axellia Pharmaceutical is prospering as a result of significant investment</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7099&amp;issueid=234</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>SCA Timber Supply addresses the pressing issue of sustainability, in both its products and processes</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7101&amp;issueid=234</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>As the leading boat manufacturer in Scandinavia, Bella Boats is launching a new premier range in response to market changes</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7108&amp;issueid=234</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Even without the recent turbulence in the capital markets, executive minds were already spinning with the relentless onslaught of events in the past year that have threatened to disrupt their continuity of supply. Andrew Kinder of Infor examines some of the key sources of risk and practical steps that organisations can take to mitigate supply chain disruption</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6899&amp;issueid=228</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Inventory management (IM) is increasingly seen as a key function of warehousing and one that deserves serious attention from senior management and logisticians alike, says Andy Keith, partner at Total Logistics, the supply chain consultancy</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6894&amp;issueid=228</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Adrian Jones, UK regional general manager for MOL-Europe, discusses the emerging environmental challenges and the ‘going green’ agenda that has taken hold of the global supply chain industry. Looking at what has brought the industry to this point, Adrian examines the opportunities that supply chain companies can pursue in order to effectively address environmental concerns within an integrated Corporate Social Response (CSR) policy</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6889&amp;issueid=228</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Jonathan Wright, senior executive of Accenture’s Supply Chain Management Practice, discusses how volatile oil prices require new supply chain strategies to enable future high performance</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6904&amp;issueid=228</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>11 &amp; 12 February 2009 at NEC, Birmingham</description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>9th June 2009 at Swissôtel in Düsseldorf, Germany</description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>On the 28th October 2008, more than 450 of Europe’s leading supply chain professionals attended the prize-giving event of the 12th European Supply Chain Excellence Awards at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6911&amp;issueid=228</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Kimberly-Clark’s recent greatest achievement has been the winning of the FMCG/CPG category at the European Supply Chain Excellence Awards 2008</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6914&amp;issueid=228</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Havelock Europa plc’s continuing development of its Shanghai sourcing office represents the company’s commitment to consistent progress</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6933&amp;issueid=228</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Skyways Express continues to address the corporate needs of its customers in a difficult financial climate</description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Volatility in the energy market and increasingly complex regulation have led many businesses to review their energy procurement criteria in a bid to reduce energy costs and lower emissions. Dave Lewis, head of energy management at npower, considers the options available to businesses and urges an approach that combines a short-term plan with a long-term vision</description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Terry Nulty, president of the Accenture Supply Chain Academy, highlights how investing in the workforce will substantially enhance productivity</description>
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      <description>Helly Hansen is a leading producer of textiles and specialist clothing for sports and work on the ocean, and in the mountains, headquartered in Moss, Norway</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6598&amp;issueid=223</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Færch Plast remains optimistic through the current economic concern</description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>With 15 years of experience in the industry, Pro Tec Vinduer’s latest product range is set to take the world by storm with its energy efficient design</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6609&amp;issueid=223</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A catalyst for change</title>
      <description>With its products used in 130 countries, Novozymes’ bio-innovations improve industrial performance on a massive scale and safeguard the world’s resources</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6624&amp;issueid=223</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>MIKE NOVELS, CEO OF PREACTOR INTERNATIONAL
REVEALS THE BENEFITS OF TRACEABILITY WITH THE SUCCESSFUL INSTALLATION OF PREACTOR ENTERPRISE</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6148&amp;issueid=215</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Alexander Kessel of MAN Nutzfahrzeuge gives Lee Jones an insight into the company&apos;s supply chain strategies</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6149&amp;issueid=215</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Supply Chain Risk Management Summit 2008</title>
      <description>3rd &amp; 4th November 2008, Beurs-WTC Congress Centre Rotterdam,The Netherlands</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6170&amp;issueid=215</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>10th &amp; 11th November 2008 at Novotel London West</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6171&amp;issueid=215</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>United Utilities is committed to improving its sustainability credentials</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6174&amp;issueid=215</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A fine finish</title>
      <description>Established over 50 years ago as a specialist in decorative print finishing, Celloglas is today the largest print finishing company in the UK</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6176&amp;issueid=215</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Hilton Hotels Corporation owns, manages or franchises a hotel portfolio of some of the world&apos;s best known and highly regarded brands</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6189&amp;issueid=215</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>When the going gets tough</title>
      <description>Frelok has plans to grow the business and inject significant investments in order to ensure it stays ahead in the market</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6198&amp;issueid=215</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A FINANCIAL INCENTIVE</title>
      <description>TAKING THE LEAD IN THE FINANCIAL SUPPLY CHAIN. BY RONALD TEIJKEN, INDUSTRY EXECUTIVE FOR MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS ACROSS EMEA AT STERLING COMMERCE</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5377&amp;issueid=202</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>THERE&apos;S MORE TO OIL THAN LUBRICATION</title>
      <description>TOP NOTCH ENGINE MAINTENANCE CAN ENSURE AN EFFICIENT FLEET AND A SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS, AS CASTRAL’S ROD BURDEN EXPLAINS</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5378&amp;issueid=202</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>It is probably not too controversial to say that, in terms of supply chain management (SCM) and collaboration, the construction industry has lagged behind many other sectors over the last decade.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5396&amp;issueid=202</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Providing a variety of testing services, TÜV Product Service is a subsidiary of one of the leading technical service companies in the world.

TÜV Product Service Ltd, based in Hampshire, the UK, has supplied independent testing, certification, qualification, training and market access services to a wide range of industry sectors for over 50 years. Its services include mechanical, environmental simulation, electro-magnetic compatibility and safety testing, which it can perform at its two UK facilities or on-site at clients&apos; premises.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5414&amp;issueid=202</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Founded over 100 years ago, Skellefteå Kraft has developed an unrivalled reputation in the Swedish energy market
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      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5419&amp;issueid=202</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>KEEN TO BE LEAN</title>
      <description>QAD&apos;S FOUNDER,CHAIRMAN AND PRESIDENT PAM LOPKER GIVES LEE JONES THE LOWDOWN ON LEAN SYSTEMS AND THEIR BENEFITS TO THE SUPPLY CHAIN</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5058&amp;issueid=196</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>LET THE GAMES BEGIN</title>
      <description>THE 2012 OLYMPICS REPRESENT AN OPPORTUNITY FOR UK CONSTRUCTION TO SHOWCASE ITS SKILLS. LEE JONES LOOKS AT THE ROLE THE SUPPLY CHAIN WILL PLAY</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5059&amp;issueid=196</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Shaping the future</title>
      <description>By focusing on sustainability in design,ATP Architects &amp; Engineers aims to change the building world for the better</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5092&amp;issueid=196</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>CONSTRUCTION FOCUS</title>
      <description>It is probably not too controversial to say that, in terms of supply chain management (SCM) and collaboration, the construction industry has lagged behind many other sectors over the last decade.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4517&amp;issueid=179</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Soaring to success</title>
      <description>BAA is one of the largest transport companies in the world</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4526&amp;issueid=179</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The sky&apos;s the limit</title>
      <description>Heathrow&apos;s Terminal 5 will open to passengers in March, marking a new era in the airport&apos;s history</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4527&amp;issueid=179</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Laying the foundations</title>
      <description>Through continuous investment, Parker Scanrope has
developed an excellent track record as a supplier of large offshore contracts worldwide</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4528&amp;issueid=179</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A fresh approach</title>
      <description>By continuously investing in the development of the business, Fishers Services has excelled in a struggling market</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4530&amp;issueid=179</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Fortifying the industry</title>
      <description>CP Kelco is meeting the demands set by the food industry through its innovative range of products and solutions</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4531&amp;issueid=179</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Total control</title>
      <description>SKF&apos;s work with companies like PIAB underlines its approach to managing logistics networks</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4533&amp;issueid=179</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Take a break</title>
      <description>McKever Hotels is Scotland&apos;s fastest growing independent hotel chain</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4534&amp;issueid=179</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>SAFEGUARDING THE CHAIN</title>
      <description>A COMPREHENSIVE RISK MANAGEMENT STRATEGY IS SAFEGUARDING THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY AGAINST SUPPLY CHAIN DISRUPTIONS. LEE JONES TALKS TO PAULA TOLLIVER AND DANA MATHES ABOUT HOW THIS IS BEING ACHIEVED</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4200&amp;issueid=174</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>SAFEGUARDING THE CHAIN</title>
      <description>A COMPREHENSIVE RISK MANAGEMENT STRATEGY IS SAFEGUARDING THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY AGAINST SUPPLY CHAIN DISRUPTIONS. LEE JONES TALKS TO PAULA TOLLIVER AND DANA MATHES ABOUT HOW THIS IS BEING ACHIEVED</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4201&amp;issueid=174</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>SUPPLY SUCCESS</title>
      <description>IN SEPTEMBER,THE BIGGEST PURCHASING &amp; SUPPLY MANAGEMENT AWARDS EVER WERE HELD IN LONDON. LEE JONES LOOKS AT SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS OF THE EVENT</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4202&amp;issueid=174</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>LOCAL FOOD - MILES BETTER?</title>
      <description>PROFESSOR DAVID OGLETHORPE OF NEWCASTLE BUSINESS SCHOOL AT NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY DISCUSSES WHETHER LOCAL SOURCING IS ALL ITS CUT OUT TO BE</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4203&amp;issueid=174</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>SITA Sweden´s industry knowledge and comprehensive service portfolio enable it to provide integrated environmental and sustainable waste management solutions</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4399&amp;issueid=174</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Raising SCM standards</title>
      <description>Sellafield&apos;s integral relationship with CIPS forms the basis for the site&apos;s progress</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4402&amp;issueid=174</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Acquiring success</title>
      <description>The Canute Group is strengthening its position by diversifying its services and markets</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4405&amp;issueid=174</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A touch of class</title>
      <description>SUN MICROSYSTEMS&apos; EUGENE MCCABE TELLS LEE JONES WHY A CHANGE IN STRATEGY HAS LED THE BUSINESS TO DRAMATICALLY IMPROVE ITS SUPPLY CHAIN EFFICIENCY</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2268&amp;issueid=105</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Thinking outside the box</title>
      <description>QUIKSILVER HAS ADAPTED TO BUSINESS GROWTH WITH A HIGHJUMP WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FROM 3M</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2287&amp;issueid=105</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Smooth operator</title>
      <description>Europe Container Terminals is the largest and most customer-oriented container terminal operator in Europe</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2292&amp;issueid=105</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Always Aibel</title>
      <description>A business with more than 100 years of industry experience, Aibel is a market-leading provider of a broad range of products and services to the upstream oil and gas industry.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2293&amp;issueid=105</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>An exciting tomorrow?</title>
      <description>ATTRACTING NEW PEOPLE TO THE LOGISTICS AND TRANSPORT INDUSTRIES IS A KEY CONCERN FOR THE CILT&apos;S CEO STEVE AGG, AS HE EXPLAINS TO LEE JONES</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2044&amp;issueid=94</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Going global</title>
      <description>IS CHINA ALL THAT IT IS CUT OUT TO BE? ASKS RAEES LAKHANI, DIRECTOR OF CLIENT SERVICE AT RESOURCES GLOBAL PROFESSIONALS</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2045&amp;issueid=94</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>From strength to strength</title>
      <description>Accalon&apos;s mission is to help system integrators serve their customers by offering the best solutions at competitive prices.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2069&amp;issueid=94</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Safety first</title>
      <description>Located in Stavanger, Norway, Rosenberg Verft is involved in a wide spectrum of projects in the North Sea oil market</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2074&amp;issueid=94</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Refocused and re-energised</title>
      <description>British Energy&apos;s hard work in reorganising its supply chain has resulted in it being short-listed for a major industry award.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2075&amp;issueid=94</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Innovation in action</title>
      <description>British Nuclear Group Sellafield Ltd - the intelligent nuclear clean-up contractor</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2076&amp;issueid=94</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Smooth operator</title>
      <description>Europe Container Terminals is the largest and most customer-oriented container terminal operator in Europe.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2338&amp;issueid=94</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 09 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A smaller marketplace?</title>
      <description>PRESIDENT OF CIPS SINCE NOVEMBER, GERRY WALSH FEELS THAT EMBRACING GLOBALISATION IS THE BIGGEST SINGLE CHALLENGE FOR THE SUPPLY CHAIN SECTOR</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2089&amp;issueid=95</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>The perfect platform</title>
      <description>UK COMPANIES ARE PLAYING AN INCREASINGLY IMPORTANT PART IN THE GLOBAL OIL AND GAS SUPPLY CHAIN. LEE JONES FINDS OUT WHY</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2090&amp;issueid=95</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>A rapid response</title>
      <description>OPTIMISING RETAILER OWN-BRAND PRODUCTS THROUGH SUPPLY CHAIN COLLABORATION. BY PAUL WOODWARD OF REDSKY IT</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2091&amp;issueid=95</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Innovation in action</title>
      <description>British Nuclear Group Sellafield Ltd - the intelligent nuclear clean-up contractor</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2109&amp;issueid=95</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Refocused and re-energised</title>
      <description>British Energy&apos;s hard work in reorganising its supply chain has resulted in it being short-listed for a major industry award</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2110&amp;issueid=95</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Two of a kind</title>
      <description>Venture Production and Subsea 7&apos;s successful relationship has seen the companies receive the CIPS Best Purchaser-Supplier Partnership Award.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2111&amp;issueid=95</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Building growth</title>
      <description>Fredells Travaru is the professional&apos;s choice for building tools and products.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2122&amp;issueid=95</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Building the future</title>
      <description>Jewson Ltd is the UK&apos;s leading supplier of building, plumbing and heating materials from over 1000 branches across the country</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2125&amp;issueid=95</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Right on time</title>
      <description>KBR is a global engineering, construction and services contractor with a significant presence in the UK covering operations in Europe and Africa</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2130&amp;issueid=95</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Taking the positives</title>
      <description>GEORGE ADCOCK, HEAD OF PLASTICS AT NATEXIS
COMMODITIES MARKETS, BELIEVES THAT THE PACKAGING INDUSTRY CAN TAKE MANY POSITIVES FROM THE PLASTICS CONTRACTS&apos; FIRST YEAR OF TRADING</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1996&amp;issueid=92</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Taking the positives</title>
      <description>GEORGE ADCOCK, HEAD OF PLASTICS AT NATEXIS
COMMODITIES MARKETS, BELIEVES THAT THE PACKAGING INDUSTRY CAN TAKE MANY POSITIVES FROM THE PLASTICS CONTRACTS&apos; FIRST YEAR OF TRADING</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1997&amp;issueid=92</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1997&amp;issueid=92</guid>
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      <title>The end doesn&apos;t justify the lean</title>
      <description>WHY THE JOURNEY OF LEAN IS ONE OF CONTINUAL REFINEMENT. BY PAUL MASSEY, MD, IFS UK</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1999&amp;issueid=92</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Safe as houses</title>
      <description>As the largest part of the G4S group&apos;s Security Systems division, Group 4 Securicor A/S is one of the biggest security companies in the world</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2020&amp;issueid=92</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Stimulating simulations</title>
      <description>Roxar is a leading international provider of products and associated services for reservoir management and production optimisation in oil and gas.</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2026&amp;issueid=92</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Projected growth</title>
      <description>Atkins plans, designs and enables the delivery of capital projects to public and private sector clients across a wide range of industries</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2037&amp;issueid=92</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Contracted Growth</title>
      <description>Based across nine regional centres,Hills is one of the
leading independently owned mechanical &amp; electrical contractors in the UK</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=2325&amp;issueid=92</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Fleets ahead</title>
      <description>Finnair Technical Services provides maintenance and
overhaul services to most airline fleets around the globe</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1862&amp;issueid=86</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Top guns</title>
      <description>Saab Aerotech provides full service support for the Gripen fighter aircraft and other key Saab products and equipment</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1866&amp;issueid=86</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Runway to success</title>
      <description>A range of low-cost airlines are helping Belfast International Airport grow at a rapid pace</description>
      <link>http://www.europeansupplychainmanagement.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1867&amp;issueid=86</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Generating success</title>
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