Read this presentation to understand better the main central and eastern European grocery markets as well as the supply chain strategies of the key retail operators making an impact in this region.

Driving up service levels and availability to shoppers is a key priority for both manufacturers and retailers. A fundamental factor in doing this is ensuring that the order picking process is both accurate and reliable. There is a growing trend, particularly among retailers, to do this by automating the case picking process. Although requiring significant capital investment, more and more retailers are finding it delivers significant operational and financial benefit. We look at one of the most recently installed operations serving 600 Migros stores in Switzerland.

We look at retailer announcements from 2012. How are retailers developing their supply chains to deliver in the multichannel environment? And, what are retailers working on to increase on-shelf availability? Read this presentation to gain an understanding of retailer trends as we move into 2013.

Following the integration of the Cadbury business, Kraft Foods UK, now Mondelez International, met with Asda’s Supply Chain Director, to discuss their  respective supply chain strategies and priorities. This case study shows you how  they worked together to redesign the distribution network to better meet the  needs of Asda and their shoppers. It takes you through the process they used and  shows you the results that were achieved for both businesses.

Nisa, a UK based fascia group, was looking at ways to save money and improve operational processes for its members. The members were faced with availability and inventory challenges at their stores which were attributed to the use of multiple logistics suppliers. Through collaboration with DHL, which was made the fascia group’s only logistics supplier, it was able to realise financial savings, availability improvements and a reduction of its impact on the environment. This case study explains how Nisa implemented this solution and the benefits that were realised.

Franprix, part of Groupe Casino, wanted to improve the way it made store deliveries in central Paris. The company faced a challenge of meeting tough service level standards while delivering in an urban environment. Working with its service provider and the river authorities, it has found an innovative solution of using river barges to deliver to its city centre stores.

This research provides practical insights into the range of measures that can be used to improve your sales & operational planning, a business-critical tool for a demand-driven supply chain.