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To Barcode or Not to Barcode – That is the Question
By Paul R Salmon FCILT, FSCM Introduction – A Shakespearean Supply Chain Dilemma “To barcode, or not to barcode, that is the question.” It may…
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Measure No More: How Volumetric Scanners Are Redefining Logistics Efficiency
By Paul R Salmon FCILT, FSCM In the age of e-commerce acceleration, sustainability targets, and razor-thin logistics margins, the question is no longer if supply…
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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 – first developed by the Supply Chain Council and now maintained by…
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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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From Guesswork to Ground Truth: Why DE&S Must Accelerate Forecasting Adoption – 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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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…
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Breaking the Damage Loop: How Return Data Can Drive Smarter Packaging, Lighter Loads and Lower Emissions
By Paul R Salmon FCILT FSCM FCMI In an era where supply chains are under intense scrutiny for their environmental footprint, packaging has become a prime target…
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The Golden Triangle
By Paul R Salmon FCILT, FSCM The Golden Triangle: Why Supply Chain, Engineering and Commercial Must Work in Harmony to Deliver System and Platform Availability…
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Why a 10% Lead Time Reduction Could Slash Inventory
By Paul R Salmon FCILT, FSCM In today’s volatile supply chain environment, reducing lead times isn’t just about speed – it’s about unlocking cash, cutting…
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 )
