Nursery Papers
In November Nursery Papers:
Supply chain management holds the key to the viability of nursery enterprises
Green-life producers and retailers mostly deal direct, so one might expect a smooth supply chain running efficiently to the consumer. In reality, many industry participants are instead shackled by primitive business practices, archaic physical distribution systems, inappropriate materials handling equipment and the adoption of individualism instead of innovation. Hidden costs must be found and destroyed in order to remain competitive, given the massive changes in the marketplace for green-life. In this Nursery Paper Gerard McEvilly, Horticulture Supply Chain Services and Tom Rafferty, Supply Chain STO, highlight the hidden costs along the horticulture supply chain that are within our control or influence. The industry has plenty of information and tools to help build effective business practices. Putting these to work will enable enterprises to seize the many opportunities offered.
