The global supply chain is undergoing significant transformation driven by advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and Blockchain. While these advancements raise concerns about job displacement, they in fact present exciting opportunities for those willing to adapt and
Recycling Used Cooking Oil: Turning Waste into Fuel
In today's world, where environmental concerns are at the forefront of our minds, finding sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives has become more crucial than ever. One such innovative and accessible solution addressing low-carbon fuel needs is recycling used cooking oil (UCO) for biofuel. Why
HCT Students and Professor Make a Mark at COP28 with UCO Recycling Project
Supply chains can drive innovation and scale up sustainable solutions to address environmental challenges! This was the sentiment shared by a team of Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) students and their professor, Dr. Yousef Abu Nahleh, as they presented their used cooking oil (UCO) recycling
Supply Chain Sustainability Reporting: Empowering Change
In today's business landscape, sustainability has become a crucial factor for success. The concept of sustainability as we know it today first gained prominence with the United Nations Brundtland Report, in 1987. The report defined sustainability as “development that meets the needs of the present
IoT: Enabling Sustainable Shipping and Warehousing
In recent years, every organization has been enormously concerned about the sustainability of its supply chain. In fact, according to McKinsey, a consumer company's supply chain, for instance, accounts for more than 80% of its greenhouse-gas emissions and beyond 90% of its impact on air, land,
A Brief Overview of EV Supply Chains
Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, 2020 was a successful year for the EV market and EV supply chains. Yes, the lockdown affected EV (electric vehicle) sales negatively. But, policy measures related to climate change in some countries, especially in Europe, financial incentives from governments, efforts
Is the Future of Supply Chains Local?
If you still think that the globalization of supply chains is only beneficial, then it is the right time to reconsider your thoughts. Brief History of Globalization Globalization started a long time ago. The ancient Silk Road was one of the first global supply chains. Globalization has gone
Vertical Farming for a Better Food Supply Chain
One of the biggest questions in the food supply chain is this: Will our global food system manage to satisfy the demand of more than 9 billion people by 2050? This article is divided into three parts. First, we talk briefly about how the food supply chain works. Secondly, we explain the