Posts by Thom Muilwijk

An electric vehicle (EV) is a type of automobile that uses motors powered by electricity stored in a battery instead of fossil fuels for propulsion. This electricity is usually supplied by the grid through a charging station or outlet, although some EVs are also equipped with solar panels or other on-board generators to recharge the…

The semiconductor industry is in the middle of a worldwide shortage affecting lead times for production and delivery. This shortage has been caused by several factors, including increased demand from China and the U.S., as well as a decrease in available manufacturing capacity. As a result, many companies need help to obtain the semiconductors they…

For businesses who operate in the automotive space, reliable supply chains are more necessary than ever due to their size and the number of companies and suppliers involved. Only by proactively working to optimise their supply chains can automotive businesses make themselves efficient and streamlined. Research shows that 79% of companies with optimised supply chains…

There is no question that supply chains are complex. Managing them correctly is crucial to avoid affecting your business’ overall efficiency. This is due to the fact that businesses rely on their supply chain, and the intricacies of supply chains in the apparel & textile sphere after the pandemic, have skyrocketed to that of paramount…

All businesses rely on a smooth and efficient supply chain, and aerospace businesses are no different. The pandemic undoubtedly had a serious impact on supply chain efficiency across the board, the aerospace industry being arguably more affected than any other sector. The rebound experienced by the industry has been a positive one, but not without…

There is no doubt that a key asset of any business is the relationship they have with their logistics partner. Logistics companies are being relied upon more and more by businesses across all industries, especially those that regularly require a Time Critical service. The benefit of Time Critical delivery is the speed at which a…

When it comes to shipping pharmaceutical drugs, blood samples or medical devices, expertise and experience are a prerequisite. A common temperature range in temperature-controlled shipping is shipping in controlled room temperature (CRT). If CRT is not properly maintained throughout storage & transport, this could be detrimental to the product quality. For that reason, it is…