SCALA News

This year, SCALA has helped more businesses than ever redefine their supply chains in the wake of unprecedented industry pressures which look set to continue well into next year.  Some of the projects our Team have been working on for a wide range of major companies include:   Alongside this, our two Best Practice Forums […]

SCALA has enhanced and systemised its industry-leading annual benchmarking service, to assist businesses in better serving their customers amidst the ongoing cost of living crisis. SCALA’s annual benchmarking service allows businesses of all sizes to compare performance with similar and competing organisations from their own market sector and complementary industries. The service compares more than

Company turnover at SCALA has increased by an impressive 33% compared to the previous year, almost doubling 2019 and 2020 levels, following a string of global projects. The business credits its global expansion for the impressive growth, having delivered work in countries such as Australia, France, Poland, Germany, Netherlands, Mexico, and Turkey. Looking to the

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SCALA are undertaking a survey to establish industry views on automation and robotics in warehousing operations.  We are keen to understand the experience of businesses to date and their future expectations Operational requirements are having to adapt rapidly to the changing customer marketplace; businesses need the ability to increase capacity, capability and efficiency levels.  

The Future of HGVs: Electric or Hydrogen? The recent SCALA Supply Chain Annual Debate revealed an industry eager to learn more about the merits of Electric vs Hydrogen as the best solution for the long-term future for the HGV transport industry. On the 12th July, supply chain industry leaders joined SCALA at the Møller Institute

SCALA has seen a significant growth in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity over the past year, with it now accounting for 30% of its business activity. In the last year 11 M&A projects have been undertaken with seven different businesses, which has resulted in a two-fold increase in revenue from M&A related work, when compared

SCALA Director Dave Howorth offers his thoughts: In recent years the disruption that we have seen in our global supply chains has been at historic levels. The triple whammy of Brexit, Coronavirus and geopolitical discord in Eastern Europe, that has culminated in all-out war in the region, has exacted a pressure on supply chains unseen

Supply chains need to be flexible to minimise potential disruption caused by China’s regional lockdown. SCALA Director Phil Reuben explains: “With stay-home orders being given across the economic hubs of China including Shanghai, Shenzhen and Jilin, we are facing significant pressure on global supply chains, with China accounting for about 12% of global trade. “Congestion

SCALA has expanded its global presence with a string of recent international projects.  Through a combination of client referrals and a growing international reputation from successful projects, SCALA’s global presence has increased significantly, with international business projects having more than doubled when compared to pre-Covid levels. The business has recently delivered work in countries such