Super-charge your supply chain: logistics report 2023

The turbulence of the last three years has meant that logistics has never been more in the spotlight for fashion retail. The pandemic put operations to the test and has shown how vital a resilient supply chain is to a brand or retailer’s bottom line.

Many fashion businesses have since invested in upgrading their transportation, warehousing and supply chain technology to ensure they are equipped to face any future challenges, as well as being able to scale to meet their growth ambitions.

This Drapers deep dive report, in partnership with integrated logistics provider Maersk, looks at agility, sustainability and visibility as three key areas that brands and retailers should be investing in to futureproof not only their supply chains, but their wider businesses. Divided into these three topics, each section includes examples and expertise from leading brands and retailers, including interviews with logistics, supply chain and sustainability experts, plus three in-depth case studies with Asos, Bestseller and Pentland Brands.

Our first section explores how truly agile supply chains are those that can respond to disruptions, delays or fluctuating demand. We will look at how some brands and retailers have achieved this flexibility by setting up integrated solutions, installing warehouse technology to effectively process more or less demand, and by building strong partnerships with logistics providers.

Second, we look at how logistics has become central to sustainability. As new, lower emissions transport options come to market, fashion brands and retailers have an opportunity to be investors in the fuels of the future. Going beyond alternative fuels for transport, we look at how more efficient operations are helping brands save money, as well as lower emissions.

Finally, we examine the technological developments that are helping to digitalise supply chains for better stock visibility and faster action when disruptions do happen.

This report offers you opportunities to accelerate your ongoing journey to operational excellence.

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