SCLAA August Newsletter 2022

AUG ‘22

WHAT’S ON

IN THIS ISSUE

SCLAA Welcomes New Platinum National Partner - Zebra ASCLA Awards - Nominations closing 23rd September 2022

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WHAT’S ON

IN THIS ISSUE

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Chair’s Message

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5 Key Questions to Ask When Modernizing Your

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Omni Channel Commerce and Fulfillment

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ASCL Awards Nominations and Gala Dinner

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Straight Talk From David Doherty OAM

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Latest NHVR Regulatory Advice Explores Fatigue Risks and Controls

Warehouse

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Swisslog Tech Tours

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SCLAA New Platinum & National Partners

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New SCLAA Executive Member

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State President Reports

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Upcoming Events

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WELCOMING OUR NEW PLATINUM PARTNER

NEW NATIONAL PARTNER

NEW MEDIA PARTNERS

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We continue to forge alliances with Industry media partners with also a warm welcome to Media partners Forklift Action and Supply Chain Insights which will further increase SCLAA’s profile and member benefits.

I would also like to encourage members to take full advantage of the exclusive benefits available via the Member Portal. In particular, I am sure the fuel discount card as a result of our agreement with Ampol was and will continue to provide lucrative savings. If you haven’t taken advantage of this, it is particularly pertinent in light of

Sue Tomic

recent escalations in fuel pricing.

SCLAA National Chair

SCLAA members have also taken advantage of the

Director/Principal Consultant for Chain

substantial

Consulting Services, based in Sydney.

Industry conferences, most recently CeMat and Megatrans

Appointed to the Board in 2019, Sue is currently SCLAA Chair.

Chair’s Report 2022

registration

discounts

offered

at

critical

during August 2022.

SCLAA was a valued partner at both conferences and will continue to provide resources and critical thought leadership via such forums.

As the financial year drew to a close, FY2022 has certainly been a very lively one and I am proud to say

Our Vic/Tas Committee, State President Rakesh Bandipelli

that quite a lot has been achieved. A significant part

and State Director Stephen Lakey were hosts to many of

of the organisation’s focus has been directed to re-

our members and National Partners at both events and

implementing in person events across the country as

the Mercury Awards Dinner.

Covid restrictions eased. This has been welcomed by our member base and industry at large with over 1400 registrations across Sclaa co-ordinated events. since 1st Jan 2022, almost all Divisional events continue to be free of charge to SCLAA members.

Over the year our membership base has continued to grow and I welcome our most recent Platinum National partner, Zebra and National Partner, Linde.

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donating their invaluable time and expertise and all Mentees that have registered.

Mentoring programmes remain the best investment in an individual’s professional career development and advancement! Our mentoring programmes run for 9 months. Included are two complimentary events (opening and closing) with guest speakers to provide insights on career progression and development, no matter what stage you are on your career pathway.

There is also our own ASCLA awards being held in Melbourne on 4th November. This will be a sell out event so I would urge you all to secure registration prior to early bird cut off on 10th October.

You

can

register

here:

https://info.sclaa.com.au/

event-4870553 Upcoming

conferences

include

the

5th

Annual

SCLAA Platinum National Partners and Executive

Government procurement Summit on 14th Sept in the

members are urged to confirm their complimentary

ACT

ticket registration via our Secretariat secretary@sclaa.

https://www.sclaa.com.au/wa-event/5th-annual-

gov-procurement-conference/

com.au by 30th September to secure their places.

Supply Chain Edge 12th October being held in

Lucrative Sponsorship opportunities are still available

Melbourne-a not be missed conference on tech and

and information and expressions of interest can be

innovation in the Supply Chain https://www.sclaa.com.

found at https://www.ascla.com.au/sponsorship/

au/wa-event/sc-edge-2022/ Most importantly, Companies and Individuals who wish SCLAA is also launching its kick off events for the start

to lodge a Nomination or Nominate a third party can do

of our annual Mentoring programme and I would like to

so online at https://www.ascla.com.au/nominations/

offer my sincerest thanks to all the Mentors that are

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Nominations close on 23rd September so I would urge, with only 3 weeks to go, that full advantage be taken to

So, there are exciting times ahead for the remainder of this

showcase projects and individuals that have made an

calendar year for all involved and on behalf of the Board

impact on the Industry.

and SCLAA Divisional Committees, we look forward to seeing you at these initiatives!

I am very much looking forward to once again joining the celebrations that recognize leading edge Organizations and Individual achievements, which has never been more important.

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5 Key Questions to Ask When Modernizing Your Warehouse Operations The latest Zebra Warehousing Vision Study consulted

improved working conditions and new technology to make

global business leaders and decision-makers about the

their jobs easier.

top five elements in successful warehouse modernisation journeys. Considering trends, risks, and opportunities,

3.

What outcomes do we desire today and tomorrow?

Zebra was able to draw insightful connections between

Part of the process of implementing change is considering

what businesses are experiencing and underlying market

what outcomes are desired today and tomorrow. Overall,

conditions – learnings that can be applied to any warehouse

decision-makers say they need fast and accurate order

modernisation journey.

fulfillment. In the near term, many report their desire for greater team productivity and workflow compliance.

1.

What could challenge our operations the most?

Within five years, however, most want to utilise assets

Over the past two years, there has been a 23% average

more efficiently, provide best-next-move alerts for workers,

increase in shipping volumes to businesses and consumers.

or operate using data-driven insights. Specifically, 85% of

As such, faster delivery times, increased transportation

decision-makers will prioritise labour optimisation in their

costs, and a lack of inventory accuracy and visibility are

business in the next three years.

top challenges for most warehouse decision-makers, all resulting from increased e-commerce activity. In turn, there

4.

What are my labour considerations?

is greater concern placed on returns management and

Labour considerations are undeniably significant. Your

several fulfillment-related outbound operations that have

front-line workers are your most valuable resource. No one

direct impact on customer satisfaction.

has a more immediate view of issues affecting your front line than your staff. Utilise them to solve your operational

2.

Is now the right time to make a change?

challenges. Three-quarters of warehouse staff say their

There is never a bad time to implement necessary change.

employer involves them in decisions related to automating

As a matter of fact, decision-makers agree they must

workflows to ensure acceptance, but everyone’s voice

implement new technologies to be competitive in the

should be heard. By having these conversations, warehouse

on-demand economy. As a result, they are accelerating

managers may discover a time-saving process or avert an

technology investment timelines and increasing funding

unnecessary expense. Both managers and staff agree that

to modernise and/or scale existing projects. Specifically,

unnecessary tasks should be reduced so front-line workers

95% of decision-makers are increasing their investment in

can focus on customer-centric work

inventory management/asset visibility technology by 2027.

Front-line workers have reported positive workplace changes

5.

Can technology play a role in my modernisation plan?

are happening even amid labour shortages, including

Yes, it can. In fact, decision-makers’ current and projected

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technology

implementation

plans

correlate

to

the

challenges, desired outcomes and labour initiatives

The takeaway

weighing most heavily on them. Some of the key tech

Businesses must continue to adapt and evolve to remain

investment areas in warehouses are wearable computers

profitable

and peripherals, which optimise the use of mobility

Implementing necessary change as soon as possible,

solutions, automated data capture to increase workflow

adapting

speed and accuracy, and autonomous mobile robots

satisfaction are crucial in easing the most pertinent

(AMRs), which help ease workers’ physical requirements

challenges facing warehouse operations today.

and workloads, among other benefits. 92% of staff agree

To learn more, read Zebra’s Warehousing Vision Study here.

in new

an

increasingly

technologies,

competitive and

economy.

ensuring

worker

that technology advancements will make the warehouse environment more attractive to workers.

Omni Channel Commerce and Fulfillment The world has changed dramatically in the past two years and that has certainly affected how businesses operate.

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Call for Submissions Now Open AWARD CATEGORIES ASCL INDUSTRY EXCELLENCE AWARD Dedicated to Mike Munns, FAIMM Award Inaugurated 1987.

ASCL SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT AWARD Dedicated to Doug Beattie Award Inaugurated 1984.

ASCL FUTURE LEADERS AWARD

Dedicated to Vince Aisthorpe Award inaugurated 2009.

ASCL AUTOMATION, ROBOTICS OR EMERGING TECHNOLOGY AWARD Award Inaugurated 2021.

ASCL TRAINING, EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT AWARD Dedicated to the late Professor Peter Gilmour Award Inaugurated 2002.

ASCL INTERNATIONAL SUPPLY CHAIN AWARD Award inaugurated 2016.

ASCL ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE AWARD Dedicated to Mr Ken Pike, Award Inaugurated 1966.

ASCL BIG DATA, IT & BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE (BI) AWARD Award inaugurated 2021.

ASCL START-UP AWARD Award inaugurated 2021.

Submissions close: 23 September 2022 Finalists to be announced: 3 October 2022 Winners Announced at the ASCL Awards Gala Dinner: 4 November 2022

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Annual Australian Supply Chain & Logistics Awards Gala Dinner ABOUT THE EVENT These prestigious National Awards, presented by the SCLAA for the past 20 years, have been running for 60 years making them the most sought after, recognised and influential awards across the Supply Chain, Logistics and Transport industries.

EVENT DETAILS DATE

TIME

VENUE

DRESS

Friday,

6pm Start

Park Hyatt

Ladies: Cocktail

4th November 2022

For pre-dinner drinks

Melbourne

Gentlemen: Lounge Suit

and canapés

BOOKING Book online via the ASCLA website. ascla.com.au/attend Early Bird pricing ends 10th October

AWARDS MC Shane Bourne

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY

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Straight Talk from David Doherty OAM David Doherty OAM is a past President and Life Member of the SCLAA and a highly regarded logistican. Send your Straight Talk feedback and comments to davidoh1@optusnet.com.au I have just been on flights Melbourne to Mackay (North

lems. Outsourcing demands that the provider of the services

Queensland) and return. Four flights in all. Three Airports.

adopt the standards and culture of the primary company.

Of course, you are waiting to hear about the terrible experi-

Cost reduction is not the only objective. It rarely delivers ex-

ence with delays, lost luggage, and long slow lines through

pected quality if the only purpose is to cut costs and reduce

security.

staff numbers.

No Sir! My Virgin Airlines online check in, luggage drop, and then

Time for quality standards, training, and service criteria to be

transit through security proved to be quicker and easier than

imposed with absolute discipline. No argument, no debate,

pre Covid. In Melbourne just twelve minutes from Airport en-

no excuses!

try to arrival at the Departure Gate. Seemed to me Virgin was

In the same vein, have you tried to telephone an airline, a

focusing on customer service. A novel idea in these times!

bank, or a telco lately? What a farce! After getting through

Credit is certainly due to Virgin.

the recorded intros that eat up a lot of time, you get into the long waiting line for “service” Did I say service? It is a test of

Meanwhile over at Qantas I wondered how things were

endurance to determine if you have the courage to maintain

going. For decades I have always specified Qantas as my

consciousness until a person finally answers. But wait, can

preferred carrier. Overseas it was always a great comfort to

you understand the dialect of the call centre person who is

board a Qantas flight home and feel safe in a quality engi-

keen to reiterate all your personal details before considering

neered and maintained airplane, with caring flight crew and

the real purpose of your call.

genuine service.

Covid has done something to the ethos and service mentali-

It is a sad indictment of management mentality to adopt

ty of the erstwhile Australian icon.

cost saving measures that ensure customers are diverted, annoyed, and, in fact, failed.

Of course, action was needed to ensure the Airline endured

Online automated chat and/or help lines are also garbage in

the exceptional economic circumstances imposed by the

many instances.

pandemic. However, in hindsight it may be the true purpose of the business was forgotten in pursuing cost and resource

Effective supply chains demand seamless flows from point

reductions. Time for a rethink at the flying kangaroo. Focus-

of origin to point of use, This necessarily entails efficient

ing on quality service, engineering, resources, and facilities is

servicing of customer requirements everywhere along the

a paramount requirement. Reintroduction of the “old Qantas

chain.

ethos” throughout the organisation (top to bottom) is a ne-

Outsourcing can be extremely useful if employed with the

cessity. As a long time, loyal Qantas frequent flyer, and one-

right purpose and standards. Third- and fourth-party provid-

time elite Qantas Club Member, I want to feel the pride and

ers must be professionally trained, supported, and remuner-

assurance of travelling once again with our national carrier.

ated.

I understand that outsourcing inefficiency is one of the is-

Airlines, telcos, banks, and such must reinvent their cus-

sues with the reported significant baggage handling prob-

tomer service approach. Severely restricting customers (and

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potential customers) ability to effectively interact with the

from organisations that should meet real expectations.

organisation is a recipe for continuing disaster.

Supply Chain Professionals take note! You can influence

As a generality, outsourcing functions for which you do

the changes we need to ensure end customers are totally

not have the ability or skills to effectively manage, or are

satisfied with their experience. Give customers and experi-

not central to your main purpose, are reasonable tactics.

ence so good they will want to come back and experience it

Chasing cost reduction as the only objective is a short term

again (Disney Corporation).

pretend strategy.

Are you listening Qantas?

I am confident Qantas, Telcos and such will reinvent after

There is an old adage applicable for service organisations.

the Pandemic to recover the standards we expect. I am looking forward to it. Are you?

“The customer always comes second!”

In essence, it means you must train and develop your cus-

“It is easy to make a buck, it is a harder to make a lot tough-

tomer service people as a priority. They will then be able to

er to make a difference” (Tom Brokaw)

deliver the required service to meet customer expectations.

“Ultimately it is the simple things that make a difference”

Are you listening Qantas?

(Chris Smalling)

Demand real customer services and performance in your everyday dealings. Do not accept second rate service abuse

Namaste, David Doherty OAM

Latest NHVR regulatory advice explores fatigue risks and controls

When a driver feels sleepy, tired or exhausted, these are all symptoms of fatigue. So too are restlessness, inability to maintain a steady speed, and sore or tired eyes. Fatigue can occur even on a short trip and can severely impair judgement when driving, causing lapses in concentration that could prove fatal.

Consequently, the NHVR is maintaining its focus on growing industry awareness of fatigue risks, providing expert advice, and publishing a range of information resources to support industry to better manage driver fatigue.

In the latest of these information resources, the NHVR has published regulatory advice on Fitness to drive: Fatigue. This provides guidance to parties in the Chain of Responsibility on managing fatigue in the heavy vehicle transport industry – outlining their obligations under the Heavy Vehicle National Law and advocating a holistic approach to fatigue management.

This regulatory advice takes a look at the hazards and risks associated with fatigue, emphasises the importance of considering external factors that may influence the driver’s fatigue risk– not just those related to compliance with regulated work and rest hours – and proposes a range of control measures to ensure the safety of heavy vehicle drivers and other road users.

This is the first in a series of three pieces of ‘Fitness to Drive’ guidance that will be delivered through the NHVR’s Regulatory

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Advice Program. Read more NHVR regulatory advice here.

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Swisslog Tech Tours show how automation is providing resilience to global supply and production issues

Robotics, automation, and intralogistics leader, Swisslog, is joining forces with the Refrigerated Warehouse and Transport Association of Australia (RWTA), and insulated panel specialists, ASKIN, to showcase the most innovative automation solutions, and how they are helping to safeguard operations from global supply and production issues.

The RWTA Frank Vale Tech Tour is named after Frank Vale, a pioneer of the Australian cold storage and Victorian dairy factory industries. The tour took guests to four sites in NSW, Australia, that have implemented automation to set themselves up for heightened flexibility and responsiveness to global issues.

“Australia, like the rest of the world, has felt the impacts of the ongoing Covid pandemic, global tensions, and other impacts on supply chains and product availability. Companies that have advanced automation systems in place have been better positioned to adapt to ever-changing circumstances,” says Swisslog ANZ Head of Sales and Consulting, Cuong Vo.

“The RWTA and ASKIN were both keen to showcase the industry’s best, so that the future leaders in the Australian cold supply chain can gain inspiration for how to solve the problems of the future. Swisslog is excited to be partnering with these two organisations to showcase our advanced data-driven robotics and automation solutions in local Australian installations,” he said.

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Frank Vale Tech Tour attendees were a mix of industry professionals in the Australian cold supply chain, who were keen to learn more about automation and how it solves challenges faced by a huge range of industries. The tour visited automation sites including: •

Blum Australia – where guests were given a first-hand view of Swisslog’s Vectura pallet cranes in action. This modular and expandable Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) is providing an attractive ROI, and the flexibility for future automation expansion as the company expands. Custom furniture fitting specialist, Blum, is renowned for its high quality fittings and soft close mechanism found in many major furniture brands.

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Coles – where guests were guided through Swisslog’s buffer chiller mini-load Tornado cranes, separate pallet live storage systems, and KUKA palletising and depalletising robots.

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Linfox – where guests were shown a Swisslog AutoStore space-saving storage and order picking system for small parts.

This ultra-high density AutoStore system accommodates more than 20,000 bins of high value consumer product served by 45 robot wheeled bins in an automatic storage and rapid despatch system occupying a floor footprint of just 700 sq m.

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BevChain – where guests were shown Swisslog’s PowerStore high density pallet system and monorail in action.

BevChain delivers tailored beverage supply chain solutions across Australia and New Zealand. It leads the industry with 22 distribution centres across six states, handling more than 2.5 billion serving units annually. Swisslog’s PowerStore solution for BevChain consists of vertical conveyors that accommodate fast and effective pallet movements between levels, RowCarriers that retrieve from, and deliver pallets to, transfer stations at the vertical conveyor, and AisleCarriers that use precision lasers to transport RowCarriers between the vertical conveyor and the designated row.

“All these sites gave attendees different insights into the ways automation can boost productivity, and allow flexibility to adapt operations to new changes. Swisslog thanks RWTA and ASKIN for their help and collaboration with this forwardlooking automation industry event,” said Cuong.

For Further Information, Please Contact: Ruby Wannous, Senior Marketing Coordinator, Swisslog Australia Pty Ltd E: ruby.wannous@swisslog.com W: www.swisslog.com About Swisslog Swisslog shapes the future of intralogistics with robotic, data-driven and flexible automated solutions that achieve exceptional value for our customers. Swisslog helps forward-thinking companies optimise the performance of their warehouses and distribution centres with future-ready automation systems and software. Our integrated offering includes consulting, system design and implementation, and lifetime customer support in more than 50 countries. www.swisslog.com/en-au

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THE SCLAA ACKNOWLEDGES THE VALUABLE SUPPORT RECEIVED FROM ITS NETWORK OF NATIONAL PARTNERS.

PLATINUM PARTNERS

NATIONAL PARTNERS

MEDIA PARTNERS

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Zebra empowers the front line in retail/ecommerce, supply chain, manufacturing, transportation and logistics, healthcare, public sector and other industries to achieve a performance edge.

With more than 10,000 partners across 100 countries, Zebra delivers industry-tailored, end-to-end solutions to enable every asset and worker to be visible, connected and fully optimized. The company’s market-leading solutions elevate the shopping experience, track and manage inventory as well as improve supply chain efficiency and patient care. In 2020, Zebra made Forbes Global 2000 list for the second consecutive year and was listed among Fast Company’s Best Companies for Innovators.

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NATIONAL PARTNER

The Linde Value Proposition Linde Material Handling is passionate about your success. For over a century, we have been delivering products and services that help your business flow and grow. Based on the trust we have earned, we will continue to be at your side, supporting you with material handling solutions that really work. Your way.

Doing business with us is easy – and well worth it: Performance that moves your business When we talk performance, we mean business. Put simply, our intelligent trucks help you work faster and in a more productive manner. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, they integrate seamlessly into your material flow and enable data-driven optimization. No matter your size or budget, we have solutions to raise your business to the next level.

Efficiency that grows with you For us, efficiency is all about achieving measurable improvements in your material flow. Not with a one-size-fits-all approach, but by carefully listening to your needs. Our team will speak your language and help you manage even the most complex intralogistics challenges with ease.

User-friendliness from the very beginning We build user-friendliness into everything we deliver – from the maneuverability and ergonomics of our trucks to the intelligent interfaces that communicate effortlessly with your systems. Intuitive operation and fast familiarisation are matched by superior safety standards, so everyone in your business immediately feels at ease with our solutions.

Versatility for your individual success We deliver versatility by combining the most complete range of trucks and services on the market with our “make it work” attitude. Together, we’ll choose from countless options to find the right solution for your requirements. If further customisation is required, we provide individual engineering to meet your unique business needs.

Reliability for the long haul We stand for reliability. With every contact, you’ll notice our commitment to a sustainable partnership that exceeds your expectations. You can rely on our solutions in the long-term. Whether in the toughest environments or the most challenging processes, you can count on our solutions to last, to function smoothly, and to deliver the results you demand.

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Over the past 22 years, Forkliftaction.com has developed into a trusted industry companion for a growing contingent of businesspeople. They use the platform daily to access local and global news, network and troubleshoot, find suppliers or new job opportunities, trade machinery online, generate business leads and research future purchases.

Respected for its connectivity to industry players worldwide, Forkliftaction News keeps 70,000+ subscribers in touch with the materials handling market and covers a range of topics from financial reports, company milestones, business acquisitions and new appointments, through to new products and innovations, market trends, case studies and safety advice.

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NEW SCLAA EXECUTIVE MEMBER Irene Martinez Gonzalez Senior Consultant KPMG

Irene discovered her passion for Supply Chain almost a decade ago and she has never let it go.

Irene went from manufacturing and construction Project Management in Shanghai to trans-Atlantic leasing of precision mining tools, from designing pan-European logistics network for a Spanish auto-parts manufacturer to freight forwarding Indo-Pacific imports to Australia. Irene has done a bit of everything in the Supply Chain world.

NEW SCLAA EXECUTIVE MEMBER

She has dedicated the majority of her career to supporting large-scale transformation projects. Now, she works in KPMG’s Supply Chain & Operations Advisory team.

Irene also has a Master in Supply Chain & Logistics with High Distinction. She is fluent in Chinese, French, English and of course, her native Spanish.

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SA/NT President Division Report The South Australia team were privileged to tour two of Adelaide’s leading businesses in their field.

In June we toured Viterra at their Port Adelaide facility. Vitera is a global leader with a fully integrated agriculture network connecting domestic and international consumers. Their business covers the whole supply chain from the farm gate through to the consumer, their grain is of the highest quality with multiple checks throughout the process.

We were delighted to see the efficiency of how the grain was freighted into the operation, processed and dispatched onto the boat. The QA process and customer service were exceptional.

In June we toured Redarc another SA-owned and operated success story at their Lonsdale facility. Redarc has been designing and manufacturing advanced electron products for almost 43 years. They develop products for industries such as mining and defence but of most interest was their product range for the off-road FWD enthusiast.

Their manufacturing and supply chain was impressive, especially how they have had to redesign SKU and adapt due to COVID. We had the privilege of hearing from CEO and owner Anthony Kittle and his family’s journey from humble beginnings.

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NSW President Division Report Supply Chain @ Mullane’s We did it again! A great networking event that we were so engrossed in that we forgot to take more pics...this angle only shows a quarter of the room! NSW has a regular professional networking event every 6 weeks at our new favourite haunt.

An interactive bunch of 20 turned up to make new contacts, create new opportunities and discuss all things challenging, fascinating and current in supply chain and logistics.

Mullane’s is a small and friendly venue located close to transport, parking, off the M7 and M2, in NW Sydney. Feedback for these events has been great and each time we meet there is an energetic buzz in the room from so many conversations.

The location is not perfect for everyone and we have plans for other events in and around Sydney, but if you can make it to the next one, we’d love to see you.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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