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Why the SCOR Model is Still Relevant in UK Defence
By Paul R Salmon FCILT, FSCM The Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) model ā first developed by the Supply Chain Council and now maintained by…
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Whole Life Cost Modelling in UK Defence: From āNice to Haveā to āNeed to Haveā
By Paul R Salmon, FCILT Introduction: A Shift in the Conversation on Support Costs For decades, UK Defence has been exceptional at tracking certain elements…
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Debate Topic: Robbing Spares ā Tactical Availability Boost or Strategic Supply Chain Risk?
By Paul R Salmon FCILT,FSCM,FCMI In Defence, ārobbingā or ācannibalisingā spares refers to removing components from one asset (vehicle, ship, aircraft, or system) to repair…
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Define āToo Robustā in Defence Packaging Terms
By Paul R Salmon FCILT, FSCM In a military supply chain, too robust might mean: 1.Unnecessary protection levels for the itemās fragility, value, or journey…
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AI-Powered Packaging Optimisation: The Next Frontier in Supply Chain Efficiency and Sustainability
By Paul R Salmon, FCILT FSCM Introduction: Why Packaging Optimisation Matters More Than Ever In supply chains, packaging has often been treated as a fixed…
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Future-Proof: The Skills Every Supply Chain Manager Will Need by 2035
By Paul R Salmon, FCILT Supply chains are evolving faster than ever. Digitalisation, geopolitical volatility, environmental mandates, and shifting customer expectations are reshaping not only…
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āIf a Relationship Is to Work, There Must Be Transparency ā And in Defence, That Transparency Must Come in the Form of Dataā
By Paul R Salmon FCILT, FSCM Introduction: The Foundations of Trust In every relationshipāwhether between individuals, organisations, or governmentsāthe foundation is trust. And trust, particularly…
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From Guesswork to Ground Truth: Why DE&S Must Accelerate Forecasting Adoption ā Now
By Paul R Salmon FCILT, FSCM In the high-stakes world of defence logistics, the ability to accurately forecast demand is more than a planning convenience…
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āFirst Strike, First Right: PEP Accuracy at a Glanceā
By Paul R Salmon FCILT, FSCM Measuring the accuracy of a Priming Equipment Pack (PEP) means evaluating how well its contents match the actual demands…
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Priming Equipment Packs in Defence: Smart Logistics or Shelf-Bound Legacy?
By Paul R Salmon FCILT FSCM FCMI Chair, CILT Defence Forum Introduction In the high-stakes world of defence logistics, time is often the most valuable…
About
Paul Salmon
Editor in Chief
Paul Salmon FCILT is Chair of the CILT Defence Forum and the DE&S Logistics Profession Bodies Ambassador. A Chartered Fellow of CILT, CMI, and ISCM, Paul leads efforts to professionalise Defence logistics, championing CPD, chartered recognition, and stronger industry partnerships. He is a published thought leader, conference speaker, and award-winning advocate for supply chain innovation, data-driven decision-making, and resilience. With a background in both operational delivery and strategic transformation, Paul works across Defence to improve forecasting, inventory management, and supply chain integration. He is passionate about inspiring the next generation of logisticians through outreach, mentoring, and professional engagement. (Any views expressed are my own and are not those of UK defence )
