Optimising last mile delivery strategies

Beyond the pandemic, the last mile delivery service will forever remain crucial. It is like the final lap of a race. But as has been demonstrated over the years, it can make or break the supply chain
By Charles Nyika Aug. 15, 2025

MCAZ lauds CMCOMMS for winning continental award

MEDICINES Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) executive director Richard Tendayi Rukwata has applauded CMCOMMS for receiving a continental award
By Kirsty Sibanda and Pride Nyamupangedengu Aug. 13, 2025

Quotation procurement method often misread 

In supply chain management, every dollar counts and knowing which procurement method to adopt at what point and under what circumstances can be a game changer
By Charles Nyika Aug. 1, 2025

Value stream mapping: Taking costs out of the supply chains

The best-in-class supply chain professionals don’t react to the future
By Charles Nyika Jul. 18, 2025

Taking supplier collaboration initiatives to the next level

Supply chains are the ones that will compete.
By Charles Nyika Jul. 11, 2025

Value of risk management in procurement

To put it in simple terms, supply chain risks lurk in every corner of procurement. It is an apt analogy of today’s business environment.
By Charles Nyika Jul. 4, 2025

Impact of supplier diversification on firms’ competitive advantage

At the heart of every resilient supply chain ecosystem should be the capability to pivot and thrive amid supply chain challenges.
By Charles Nyika Jun. 20, 2025

Unspoken importance of prequalification processes

Prequalification processes can also identify contractors and service providers that demonstrate commitment to maintaining a safe work environment for employees and visitors.
By Charles Nyika May. 30, 2025

Ins, outs of economic order quantity

Supply chain professionals will therefore sometimes feel as if they are walking tightrope
By Charles Nyika May. 16, 2025