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QR Codes in the Defence Supply Chain: A Small Square Making a Big Impact
By Paul R Salmon FCILT FSCM FCMI Introduction From ration packs to repairables, military logistics involves moving millions of items across a complex and high-stakes…
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Re-Brigading Stock: The Underused Lever for Supply Chain Availability
By Paul R Salmon FCILT FSCM FCMI Introduction: The Hidden Constraint in Modern Supply Chains In supply chain and logistics circles, “availability” is the gold…
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Less Equipment, More Usage: Why Smaller Fleets Demand Bigger Spares Strategies
By Paul R Salmon FCILT, FSCM When organisations talk about “rightsizing” fleets to save money, there is often an implicit assumption: fewer assets mean lower…
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The Importance of Run Down Planning in Inventory Optimisation
By Paul R Salmon FCILT FSCM FCMI Introduction: The Overlooked Discipline in Supply Chains When organisations think about inventory optimisation, the conversation typically revolves around building up…
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AI-Powered Supplier Selection and Monitoring: Building Smarter, Safer, and More Resilient Supply Chains
By Paul R Salmon FCILT FSCM FCMI In today’s interconnected and volatile world, supply chains are only as strong as their weakest link. The suppliers that organisations…
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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…
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Warehouse Optimisation: Why Without Good Volumetric Data the Warehouses of the Future Won’t Work
By Paul R Salmon FCILT, FSCM As organisations race to modernise their warehouse operations – embracing automation, robotics, and AI-driven systems – one critical truth…
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Fleet Build-Up: Why Buying All the Inventory Up Front is a Strategic Mistake
By Paul R Salmon FCILT FSCM In the world of supply chain and logistics, few moments are as critical as the introduction of a new…
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STEM Isn’t Just for Engineers: Why Modern Supply Chains Depend on STEM Thinking in Every Role
By Paul R Salmon FCILT, FSCM When people hear “STEM” (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), their minds often jump to laboratories, bridges, or satellites. But…
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Mind the Gap: Bridging Engineering and Logistics for Smarter Supply Chains
By Paul R Salmon FCILT, FSCM In too many organisations, engineers and logistics professionals work side by side yet rarely engage deeply. One group designs…
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 )
