The implementation of traceability in food industry has been required as mandatory in some countries. In Europe for instance, the General Food Law entered into force in 2002 which makes traceability compulsory for all food and feed businesses. The enforcement from governments can undoubtedly drive food firms to implement traceability. However, not every country has this legal requirement in place…

Finding power to supply its customers is the first thing a newly established utility company needs to do. Electricity can be purchased either from the network or from an energy producer directly. The electricity price from the network is volatile, but the supply is guaranteed. In contrast, the advantage of signing up an energy producer is that the price is…

In asset management, the whole life costing model is normally initiated to meet the following two broad strategic objectives: to ensure sufficient funding is available to maintain the asset portfolio to ensure minimum whole-life cost is achieved while maintaining safety If interventions are delayed due to resources constraints such as lack of funding, the consequences on safety and implications on…

Artificial intelligence (AI) is an academic field that studies how to create computers and computer software which are capable of intelligent behavior. The major concerns of AI research include reasoning and planning, learning and adapting, and the ability to interact with the real world. AI researchers study and design "intelligent agents" that perceives its environment and takes actions to maximize…

The reliable and safe operation of rolling stock requires huge investment in maintenance. To protect the investment and the sustainability of rolling stocks, it is vital to maintain the assets…

Our client serves UK businesses ranging from SMEs to International Corporation. Their major products include business loans, asset finance, invoice finance and international services. When a new promotion campaign is…