Europe

England Frees Key Workers From Isolation Amid Food Supply Fears

July 23, 2021

The British government is rolling out daily Covid testing to allow workers in critical services in England to avoid self-isolation, amid concerns that mass staff shortages are threatening crucial supplies.

Boris Johnson’s Trucker Troubles Become a Business Nightmare

July 22, 2021

Bloomberg

A shortage of drivers, exacerbated by Brexit and Covid, is pushing up delivery costs and leading to empty shelves in stores.

U.S. Blames China for Microsoft Attack, Details Hacking Tactics

July 19, 2021

Bloomberg

The U.S., U.K. and their allies say the Chinese government has been the mastermind behind a series of malicious ransomware, data theft and cyber-espionage attacks against public and private entities, including the sprawling Microsoft Exchange hack earlier this year.

Here's When EU’s Carbon Rules Would Hit Oil Guzzling Industries, Like Shipping

July 19, 2021

Bloomberg

The EU’s sweeping proposals to curb greenhouse emissions are likely to upend the continent’s oil demand over the years and decades to come. Here’s a run through the plans — and key timings — for aviation, shipping and makers of road-fuel.

Ten Ways Renewable Energy’s Boom Year Will Shape 2021

EU’s Bold Climate Plan Targets Cars, Planes and Trade

July 14, 2021

Bloomberg

The European Union rolled out a climate plan that will transform every corner of its economy — from how people heat their home to the cars they drive — as the bloc uses a massive overhaul of rules to position itself as a global leader on the environment.

Industry Bosses See Price Hikes as Shortages Hamper Rebound

July 5, 2021

Bloomberg

European companies are pushing up prices as supply disruptions lift costs and hamper their ability to match surging demand, according to executives.

Optimize Workflows With Mobile Robotics

July 1, 2021

Honeywell Intelligrated

As distribution centers face new levels of operational complexity and labor scarcity, warehouse automation is likely to become essential for survival.

Kibo Accelerate Order Management Success

July 1, 2021

Kibo

Read our list of strategies to accelerate order management success in 2021.

Kibo Laura Canada Case Study

July 1, 2021

Kibo

With Kibo Commerce's order management software, fashion retailer Laura Canada was able to increase sales and improve customer experience.

Kibo 2021 Unified Commerce Report

July 1, 2021

Kibo

Here's why companies with unified commerce are 600% more likely to see higher revenue.

Europe

The latest supply chain news, analysis, trends and best practices for companies operating in Europe. Learn how businesses are optimizing supply chain and logistics performance across Europe’s 50 sovereign states and four dependencies - addressing a range of challenges such as varying regulations, developing customs and tax laws and government controlled exchange rates.