A ‘disruptive cocktail’ of events has steadily eroded the benefits of globe-spanning supply chains. Consequently, rising numbers of manufacturers are opting to bring their supply base closer to home. Jonny Williamson reports.
Over the past two years, more than 40% of manufacturing companies have increased their use of UK suppliers with a similar number planning to follow suit. As a result, more than 50% of an average manufacturer’s supply chain is now based in the UK. The key drivers behind the shift are predictability, certainty and a…
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