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The Hidden Foundation of Modern Defence Logistics: Why Item Volumetric Data Matters More Than Most Realise
Paul R Salmon FCILT, FSCM In modern Defence logistics, enormous attention is placed on inventory levels, forecasting accuracy, supplier resilience, operational availability, and platform readiness.…
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Proud to be raising money for Transaid as part of the CILT(UK) team.
This challenge brings together two causes I care deeply about: supporting a fantastic charity and showing how our profession can make a real difference in…
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From Logistikos to Logistics: Why Supply Chains Must Become More Scientific
By Paul R Salmon FCILT, FSCM The word logistics is widely believed to trace back to the Greek term logistikos (λογιστικός), meaning skilled in calculation,…
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Thought Paper: NATO Failure Data Exchange Framework (FDEF)
Author: Paul R. Salmon FCILT, FSCM,FCMI Executive Summary NATO has, for decades, benefited from the NATO Codification System (NCS) — a common language of supply…
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Decision Engineering and Orchestration: How Composable Architecture is Transforming Supply Chain Agility
By Paul R Salmon FCILT, FSCM Introduction – The Case for Change Disruption is no longer a rare event in supply chain management; it is…
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The Marmite Supply Chain: Love It or Hate It
By Paul R Salmon FCILT,FSCM,FCMI Few products spark stronger reactions than Marmite. Since its creation over a century ago, the iconic yeast extract spread has…
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From Battlefield to Boardroom: How Defence Shaped Modern Supply Chain Technology
By Paul R Salmon FCILT, FSCM When most people think of military innovation, they picture radar, jet engines, or GPS. Rarely do they think about…
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Measure No More: How Volumetric Scanners Can Transform UK Defence Logistics in Operations and Conflict Readiness
By Paul R Salmon FCILT, FSCM In military logistics, speed, accuracy, and adaptability can mean the difference between mission success and operational compromise. As the…
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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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Define “Too Robust” 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 item’s fragility, value, or journey…
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 )
