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Expert perspectives on commodity trading, customs compliance, trade finance, and supply chain technology.
Real-Time P&L Reporting: Why Commodity Traders Can't Afford 48-Hour Blind Spots
Most commodity trading firms still compile P&L reports manually, taking 2-3 days for risk assessment. Real-time reporting changes everything.
Trade Finance Management Platform for Commodity Funds: The £330K Problem
Commodity funds lose £330K annually to legacy trade finance systems that take 12-18 months to deploy. Modern platforms cut this to 4 months with 93% lower total costs.
How UK Traders Are Saving £330K Annually with Post-Brexit Customs Automation
UK traders face 36% higher customs penalties since Brexit, yet 73% still rely on Excel for declarations. Here's what actually works in 2024.
CTRM Alternative for Mid-Market: Why 93% Lower TCO Matters
Mid-market commodity traders are ditching legacy CTRM systems for cloud-native alternatives that deliver 93% lower total cost of ownership. Here's what £330K annual savings actually looks like.
Do you still need an internal IT team if your ERP is SaaS?
Yes, but a fraction of what on-premise required, and the work is different. SaaS removes infrastructure, patching, DBA, and major upgrades. It does NOT remove identity, integrations, security governance, change management, data ownership, or end-user support. A practical staffing guide for a 50-person firm on a SaaS stack.
The 2026 CTRM Buyer's Guide: How to Evaluate Commodity Trading Software Without Regretting the Decision Three Years Later
A vendor-neutral buyer's guide for commodity trading and risk management software in 2026. How the landscape splits into three tiers, the eight dimensions that actually matter, the mistakes that turn good shortlists into bad decisions, and a 60-day evaluation timeline you can run tomorrow.
TriplePoint Alternatives for Mid-Market Commodity Traders in 2026
ION Trading's TriplePoint has been the incumbent CTRM for serious commodity traders for nearly two decades. But its £500K–£1.5M implementations and 12–18 month timelines leave mid-market firms overpaying or waiting too long to go live. Here are the six credible alternatives worth shortlisting in 2026, with an honest decision framework by company size.
We’re All Risk Managers Now
By David Gray , Sales and Growth Lead, Phlo Systems Ltd ‘In fifty years or so, It’s gonna change, you know, But it’s perfect...
Konexus Resources Group (KRG) Partners with Phlo Systems to Drive Digital Transformation & Boost Operational Efficiency
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, November 21, 2024 / EINPresswire.com / -- Konexus Resources Group, a global leader in commodity trading and...
Turn CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism) Regulation into Profitable Opportunities
Introduction The European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) aims to level the playing field for European producers by...
The Impact of Driver Shortages on Euro Freight Rates
The European road freight market is a vital artery of the continent's economy, facilitating the movement of goods across borders and...
Winning Against Customs Duty Loophole Importers: Advanced Strategies for UK
Retailers Introduction: The Challenge Facing UK Retailers In the competitive world of UK retail, navigating the complexities of customs...