PPS Announcements
July 2007
Mark West to Chair MetaPack forum entitled
“Driving costs out through Partnerships”
February 2007
Mark West appointed to the New Zealand UK
Beachhead Advisory Board
February 2007
Mark Lewis joins PPS as eCommerce Associate
February 2007
PPS moves into Europe
June 2006
PPS breaks into China
August 2004
CILT ( UK) selects Mark West as examiner
February 2004
Mark West writes for brand new edition of
Logistics & Retail Management
September 2003
Mark West short listed for Interim Manager
of the Year 2003
Press and Management Articles
April 2008
The
Impact on Supply Chains of Low Cost Manufacturing
The Logistics Directors Forum examines the implications for
retailers of sourcing from low cost manufacturing regions.
March 2008
A
day in the life of Fraser Allan – CEO of LINLEY
January 2008
Interim Management – The Pros and Cons
Charlotte Dennis-Jones of Retail Week investigates the pros and cons of life as an Interim Manager.
January 2008
The EOL Interim Management Report
This market research report provides an update on the fast-moving sector of interim management as seen through the eyes of interim users and managers.
January 2008
A day in the life of a Non-Executive Director
Eric Tracey describes a day in his life as a Non-Executive Director.
December 2007
No mountain too high – for charity
Peter Bates and his son Seb tell in their words how they conquered the Sahara and Atlas mountains to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Society.
November 2007
Under the Counter
Mark West provides a light hearted reminder to retailers of the importance of planning for Christmas home delivery success.
November 2007
Delivering on Promises
Simon Jack from Drapers looks at how retailers are managing their e-fulfilment and home delivery requirements.
October 2007
A day in the life of a Purchasing Professional
Purchasing professional Colin Budd provides an insight into the daily life of a Purchasing Professional.
September
2007
One
for the Road
Simon Jack from Drapers Record reviews the options available to retailers
for outsourcing their distribution.
September 2007
What is Interim Management?
This IOD fact sheet explains what Interim Management is and how an Interim Executive can add value to a business.
September 2007
The EOL interim report
This EOL report provides research and analysis on the UK market for Interim Management and Other Fast-Track Executive Resourcing.
September 2007
Interim Management - is it for you?
In this article Paul Brennan provides an insight into being an Interim Manager.
August 2007
Human Resources and Employee Benefits Solution
Malcolm Coury appraises the benefits of an integrated HR and employee benefits system.
August 2007
Ready to wear
Simon Jack examines the options to make products store-ready
July 2007
Day in the life of a Retail Finance Director
Helena Cooke describes her typical day at a luxury brand retailer.
June 2007
The Hyper-Creative Personality
PPS Associate Blaire Palmer provides exerts from her new book "The Hyper-Creative Personality", published by New Holland, price £7.99.
June 2007
Day in the life of an Operations Director
Neil Taylor, Operations Director at HMV (UK) Ltd explains how AC/DC are helping him to manage his day effectively
May 2007
Why requirements definition is the best investment you can make in a systems selection and implementation project
Mark Lewis explains why requirements definition is so important to a system selection and implementation project
May 2007
Being a Chief Executive
John Watkinson, Chief Executive Jones the Bootmaker answers the frequently asked question “what do you do?”
April 2007
Security in the Supply Chain – The EU Perspective
Hugh Ferridge, independent Security consultant explains how businesses can derive business advantage by operating a secure supply chain
April 2007
A day in the life of a Retail I.T. Director
John Bovill Group I.T. Director of Mosaic Fashions gives an insight into his daily life as a new Retail I.T. Director
March 2007
Stress: Time to take control
Useful ideas of how you can de-stress your life
March 2007
Choosing an Interim Manager and/or Consultant
A one page hints and tips guide for choosing an
Interim Manager and/or Consultant
January 2007
Creative Capital down the Drain
How to cut “creative leakage” in your company
January 2007
From “Just about Managing” to Leading
How to get the most out of your employees through effective leadership
October 2006
Having a gala times
With festivals around the corner in every part of the world, Leigh Sparks guides on how to turn the challenge of retailing in festive times into an opportunity
September 2006
Strike a Balance
How to achieve low cost and efficiency in the supply chain
September 2006
Going beyond the trend
In view of the ongoing mall boom in India, Leigh Sparks elucidates on the key pointers for making malls successful in the long term
July 2006
Safe and efficient delivery
Leigh Sparks elaborates on the significance of packaging logistics in retailing
June 2006
Changing Scenario
In tune with customer demands, retail logistics and supply chains are undergoing major changes, explains Leigh Sparks
May 2005
Bridging the Gap
The role of an Interim Manager in the Retail sector
April 2005
Ethical Sourcing in the New EU
Sourcing from the new EU states vs. the traditional Far East manufacturing countries
December 2004
Why Retailers Can't Blame the Weather
Merchandise Planning - an insight
October 2004
The First 50 Yards of the Supply Chain
How to manage the first 50 yards of an overseas supply chain
July/August 2004
I want it all and I want it now!
Embracing multi-channel retailing
May 2004
Chain Reaction
Why retailers are using logistics providers to manage their international supply chains
April 2004
Managerial cover is about getting bang for your buck
Why retailers are turning to interim managers to bridge a gap in skills, as well as staffing
February 2004
Shopping Channels
Managing stock levels efficiently across multi-channels