Overall challenges (cont’d)
Human resources – work isn’t attractive
Rising labour costs
Ageing populations
Shortage of skilled labour
Shortage of management knowledge and expertise
Low efficiency in some countries
Increased energy and transport costs
Lack of nationwide warehouse distribution centres in certain
countries
Poor or non-existent IT systems in some countries
Poor road infrastructure and congestion leading to delays
Poor communication between Ministries/local Governments in
charge of infrastructure
Local regulations and protectionism