
The Fresh Connection - The Ultimate Supply Chain CompetitionThis exciting competition, called The Fresh Connection, is a web-based role-playing simulation game, launched in the UK by SCALA Consulting. By joining this competition, supply chain professionals will be part of an engaging and interactive platform that will further enhance real understanding of total supply chain management strategy, assist in team building and is a valuable training and development tool. The challenge is to use teamwork and supply chain expertise to help save a virtual fruit juice manufacturer from its downfall and develop it into a successful company. The competition goes from crisis management through various developing business changes. The game is played in teams of four - managing procurement, operations, sales and the supply chain. You will also have the opportunity to see how your team measures up against the rest of the competition in this interactive even focused on real-world implementation of best practices. Compete with other professionals in the industry. Battle it out over six weekly rounds to be crowned...Supply Chain Champions 2010. To register your team of four today or for more details, please visit thefreshconnection.co.uk This exciting and engaging supply chain competition is being supported by CILT - Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport. If you would like to become a sponsor please contact us. DIARY DATE: The start of The Fresh Connection 12th April 2010 |
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| In November this year, SCALA Consulting will be holding half day seminars in the Middle East.
Talking about recent changes, future developments in retailing and its impact on the management of the supply chain, SCALA is very pleased to announce the countries we will be working with: Jordan - 15th Nov Egypt - 17th Nov Dohar - 19th Nov (These will be followed by a further three seminars held next year in Qatar, Oman and Dubai). If you would like more information on these events, please don't hesitate to contact us Please click here to download the electronic flyer |
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![]() SCALA Sponsoring Warehousing Futures 2009 SCALA are sponsoring the Warehousing Futures 2009 event where you will have the opportunity to:
Debate key warehousing issues and solutions Keep ahead of major developments Feedback on key cost and efficiency drivers Capitalise on networking opportunities Identify state-of-the-art solutions - It is the only event tailored EXCLUSIVELY to meet warehouse owners and managers needs - It is specifically designed to provide up-to-date information on the key-issues, which affect the planning and running of a modern warehouse in the UK - You will receive practical advice and better understanding of the needs of warehouse owners/managers - The impressive programme of highly regarded speakers from the industry, academia and consultancies. Each speaker will provide an informed insight on how managers and owners can maximise their bottom line - There will be an extended discussion period after presentations for debate and audience participation Please visit the website by clicking here where you can book online, read all the up-to-date information on the event, location details, logos of all the sponsors and a breakdown of the programme. |
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SCALA Logistics Debate 2009 - Is now the time to invest? Or are we just cost-cutting?SCALA held its 6th Annual Logistics Debate on 18 June in the superb grounds of Wroxall Abbey, Warwickshire. Once again, this year's event proved to be a superb networking opportunity with senior key people from all disciplines of the logistics and supply chain arenas attending. Following the success of previous years', the Debate was again supported by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport. The event was opened by John Perry, Managing Director, SCALA Consulting and chaired by Vice-Chair of the West Midlands CILT, David Grahamslaw.
Our key speakers included:John Boulter, Managing Director, DHL Supply Chain Steve Eastham, UK Operations Director, Tata Tetley Tea Peter Surtees, Direction European Supply Chain, Kimberly Clark Beth Cauldwell, Director - Snowdon Tate John Potter, Senior Partner - SCALA Consulting Main sponsor of the event this year was DHL Supply Chain. In addition other sponsors included Savoye Logistics, Total UK Ltd, and atms. DIARY DATE: SCALA Annual Logistics Debate 2010 - Thursday 8 July |
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| Supply Chain Benchmarking 2009 SCALA has been commissioned by a number of major grocery suppliers to compare supply chain performance including forecasting, customer service performance, operational efficiencies and costs as a percentage of revenues. So far, the following companies are committed to taking part: Pepsico - Walkers and Quaker Kimberly Clark Cadbury Nestle Tate & Lyle Tetley Tea United Biscuits Any companies interested in taking part in this Benchmarking project should contact Alison Hobson on 01484 437486 or at Alison.Hobson@scalagroup.co.uk. |
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| SCALA Logistics Debate 2009 - "Is now the time to invest in your supply chain? Or are we just cost cutting?" Date: 18th June 2009 Venue: Wroxall Abbey SCALAs sixth Annual Logistics Debate will this year be challenging the notion that at times of economic downturn, a companys first line of defence should be to cut costs and will suggest that actually, it is during these times that investing in the future can pay off. The event will be supported by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport and as always, there will be several top industry speakers including: John Boulter, Managing Director, DHL Supply Chain Peter Surtees, European Director, Kimberly Clark Steve Eastham, UK Operations Director, Tetley Tea Beth Cauldwell, Director, Snowdon Tate John Potter, Senior Partner, SCALA Consulting |
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| 2009 SCALA - DfT Food and Drink KPI survey
Following the highly successful 2007 Survey, SCALA are again managing the Department for Transport Food and Drink KPI 2009 Survey. Preparations are already underway commencing with top companies attending initial consultative workshops. Participation is welcome from Manufacturers, Retailers, Wholesalers and Logistics Companies. The DfT will recognise all companies participating. There is no charge for taking part, all information is totally confidential and all participating companies will see their own efficiency compared with others in their sector. Companies already committed to taking part in the Survey are as follows:
For more information click here or contact Graham Stubbs on 07775 633775, 01484 422084, or gst@scalagroup.co.uk, or survey@scalagroup.co.uk |
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