The Ultimate Guide to Supply Chain
A curated Asian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Supply Chain.
What to know about Supply Chain
Supply chain management encompasses the intricate network of processes involved in producing and distributing goods and services, linking manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and retailers. In today's rapidly evolving business environment, supply chains face numerous challenges, including cybersecurity risks, sustainability expectations, and technological disruptions.
Recent stories highlight the growing importance of resilience and security within supply chains, emphasizing the need for proactive approaches to manage cyber risks and maintain operational continuity. Advanced technologies like AI, blockchain, IoT, and cloud-based solutions are reshaping how organizations optimize supply chain visibility, efficiency, and transparency.
Moreover, sustainability has become a critical consideration, driving organizations to adopt greener practices and transparent reporting. The integration of digital tools and automation supports this transition, enabling more agile and sustainable supply chain networks.
Whether addressing digital transformation, managing geopolitical risks, or navigating current economic pressures, exploring these stories can provide valuable insights into managing and advancing modern supply chains effectively.
Asian Supply Chain News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Southeast Asia real estate shaped by structural forces
Investors are being pushed towards corridors, logistics hubs and digital assets as governments and supply chains reshape demand across the region.
JLL delivers Agoda's Bangkok office campus at One Bangkok
The seven-floor fit-out signals growing demand for hybrid-ready offices in Bangkok, with amenities aimed at attracting and retaining staff.
Vertiv opens Johor plant to meet AI demand in Asia
The new site will create up to 500 jobs as the firm expands capacity for AI and high-density data centre gear across Asia-Pacific.
Orbbec unveils four vision systems for robotic mowers
Robotic mower makers could cut installation complexity as the new range targets gardens from simple plots to estate-scale lawns.
Philippines & Google Cloud expand AI & cyber defence
Thousands of civil servants and government systems are set to gain AI and cyber tools as the Philippines widens digital public services and network resilience.
Ninja Van Malaysia doubles warehouse scanning speeds
Rising eCommerce volumes are putting pressure on Malaysia's logistics networks, as the firm now handles 30 to 60 scans a minute.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Supply Chain
Geopolitics gains ground as CEOs still focus on AI
Sphera named Verdantix leader in process safety software
Checkmarx named leader in Gartner supply chain quadrant
Frost & Sullivan honours Fujitsu's quantum-inspired tech
JFrog named leader in Gartner's software security quadrant
Featured News
Data-driven transport: The future is here
Australia's truck driver shortage is set to triple by 2029, pushing fleets towards data tools that could make autonomy viable.
Trane Technologies drives huge energy and cost saving
Data-centre operators face rising power bills as Trane's HFO shift and liquid-cooling push cut emissions and HVAC costs.
Geotab using telematics and AI to reshape fleet management
Rising fuel costs and safety risks are pushing fleet operators to use Geotab telematics to cut idling, reroute trips and monitor fatigue.
OVHcloud launches APAC Local Zone with Datacentre220
New Zealand firms gain a local cloud option as OVHCloud opens its first Asia-Pacific zone in Auckland, boosting resilience and data sovereignty.
Dell numbers the days for hyperconverged infrastructure
Rising hypervisor costs and AI demand are pushing customers towards disaggregated systems, as Dell says HCI is becoming too expensive and inflexible.
Vanyar primed for success with Uriah Jacobs at the helm
A shortage of skilled partners is slowing wider adoption of Palantir Foundry and AIP, creating an opening for Vanyar in the commercial market.
Geotab: Now's the time to get a grip on fuel consumption
Fleet operators could save millions by using telematics to curb idling, harsh driving and waste as fuel prices keep climbing.
Affirmo: Could AI make a reality of IoT dreams?
AI could help unlock the long-promised value of IoT, as Singapore-based Affirmo pushes real-time tracking into manufacturing and logistics.
Expert Columns
Why geocoding technology has become a cross-industry growth driver
Your bottle cooler knows more than your data team: Here's how it unlocks agentic AI
Why ERP is not just another platform you can rebuild with AI code
Your proprietary data is a powerful PR asset you're not using
Data value chain seen as next step for enterprises
Why you need to treat your fulfilment strategy like a marketing campaign
Beyond air: Rethinking data center cooling for the AI era
Why service desks are emerging as a critical security weakness
Why frontline mobility is becoming an operational intelligence layer
Mythos changes everything: Is your AI agent security ready?
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Supply Chain News
Ricoh Malaysia unveils AI tools for smart factories
Demand is rising for systems that cut manual work and fit existing operations, as Malaysia targets 3,000 smart factories by 2030.
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EY & Lalamove team up on Hong Kong drone logistics
Hong Kong's low-altitude economy could gain new momentum as the pair map out drone-and-road delivery models for major enterprise clients.
Infosys to overhaul IHH's ERP across Asian markets
The multi-year project is meant to cut costs and give IHH Healthcare real-time data as it replaces fragmented systems across three Asian markets.
Orbbec breaks ground on Vietnam factory for overseas orders
The new site will help Orbbec shorten delivery times and bolster supply resilience for overseas customers as demand for robotics hardware grows.
Fime wins MOSIP accreditation for biometric testing
The certification could help governments avoid faulty enrolment hardware that risks undermining digital ID schemes used by more than 100 million people.
Singapore software security gap exposed in JFrog study
Despite strong governance on paper, Singapore firms are struggling to enforce software security controls as AI and open-source use accelerates.
Neolix & QuikBot team up on Singapore delivery test
The tie-up could speed up autonomous parcel drop-offs in dense cities by linking road vehicles with building access systems and door-to-door handovers.
Taiwan market value tops USD $5 trillion on AI demand
Foreign investors are helping drive Taiwan's stock market to record size as chip and AI shares account for more than four-fifths of value.
Garuda Indonesia modernises core systems with RISE with SAP
The move is designed to cut costs and improve transparency as the carrier links finance, procurement and maintenance systems on SAP Cloud ERP Private.
Beyond air: Rethinking data center cooling for the AI era
AI data centres in the tropics are hitting an air-cooling ceiling, forcing operators to adopt integrated liquid systems to curb costs and delays.
ASEAN firms shift supply chains from cost to resilience
Rising costs and geopolitical shocks are pushing ASEAN companies to diversify suppliers and tie systems together to protect deliveries.
Hong Kong & Singapore upbeat on AI despite cyber risk
Supplier-linked attacks and AI-related incidents are testing cyber defences in Hong Kong and Singapore, despite strong confidence in the technology.
Mastercard & JD.com team up on cross-border payments
The tie-up could widen card acceptance and lower fraud risks for overseas shoppers and Chinese merchants as JD.com expands abroad.
Ransomware drives 58% of Singapore cyber incidents
More than 130 major incidents in 2025 show Singapore facing rising disruption, with public services and retailers hit hardest.
Audit committees want CFOs to bridge management board
Audit committees now want earlier, clearer updates from finance chiefs as volatility makes late reporting a bigger governance risk.
ThreatBook launches AI security tools for SOCs & AI skills
Security teams could cut alert backlogs, while enterprises gain a way to inspect AI skills for hidden tampering and backdoors.
Mistral AI deepens Singapore push with HTX & Singtel
The French AI group is targeting sensitive public-sector and enterprise uses in Singapore, where stricter controls can slow deployment but boost credibility.
Lalamove beats NEV target three years early in China
In China, the delivery platform has lifted new energy vehicle fulfilment above 60%, three years ahead of its 2028 target, cutting emissions.
Singapore firms face AI security incidents despite controls
Half of Singapore organisations with AI security coverage still reported a confirmed or suspected incident, exposing gaps in monitoring and response.
Rockwell Automation showcases AI & digitalisation in Jakarta
Nearly 400 industrial leaders gathered as manufacturers in Indonesia weighed AI, analytics and digital tools to tackle costs and complexity.
Job Moves
Dragos appoints Japan Country Manager to expand market
NAVEX names Nick Mitsuya as Japan Country Manager to drive growth
SAP appoints Jill Santos as Managing Director, Philippines
SleekFlow appoints Gao Lei as new CTO to drive tech strategy
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JLL enhances Japan data centre services amid rising demand
FedEx appoints Sandeep Shahi as the new Vice President, Information Technology in Asia Pacific
Revelator appoints Gilad Woltsovitch as artisan
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