I had the pleasure of catching up with Alex MacPherson, Director of Solution Consulting & Account Management at Manhattan Associates.

In this episode we discuss a range of topics around supply chain, and in particular “micro-fulfilment”, the latest news around these topics, some amazing success stories Manhattan Associates have been able to support customers achieve through the COVID19 journey thus far, and how micro-fulfilment can offer significant benefits to organisations who are able to leverage this approach.

#1 - Alex’s role and what a “day in the life” of Alex MacPherson entails

We kick off with a brief introduction from Alex, the remit of his role as both Director of Solution Consulting & Account Management, the types of challenges he and his team at Manhattan Associates help customers address, and what “a day in the life of Alex MacPherson” entails.

#2 - What is Micro-fulfilment and why is it a “game changer”

Alex then gives us an overview of what Micro-Fulfilment means in the world of Supply Chain, and more importantly in the context of Manhattan Associates offerings.

#3 - Benefits of a micro-fulfilment approach?

I ask Alex to introduce us to what the key benefits of micro-fulfilment are, versus say the traditional larger distribution centre approach.

#4 - Micro-fulfilment is a hot topic now, but what about it’s long term potential?

We look into why is micro-fulfilment such a hot topic right now & do you think it has longer-term potential.

#5 - Key things brands should be considering & actioning re. micro-fulfilment?

As a final question I ask Alex to share his views on the three key things he and his team at Manhattan Associates encourage brands considering micro-fulfilment approaches, to focus on to drive successful outcomes.

Tune in now for all of these amazing topics and more, and enjoy a great fireside chat with one of the most innovative thinkers in the world of supply chain solutions, and indeed on of the leading thought leaders around the exciting topic of micro-fulfilment.

This podcast was made in partnership with Manhattan Associates.

For more information please visit:

- Manhattan Associates website: https://bit.ly/manhattan-assocaites-website

- Manhattan Associates industry solutions: http://bit.ly/manhattan-assocaites-industry-solutions

- Manhattan Associates 2021 supply chain predictions: http://bit.ly/manhattan-assocaites-2021-six-predictions

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