TOSHIBA TEC Europe is pleased to announce Wi-Fi Certification for its compact, lightweight and versatile B-SP2D 2" portable printer. Utilising 802.11b Wi-Fi and IRDA interfaces the B-SP2D is the first truly wireless printer to receive this prestigious certification.
Manufacturing, Logistics and Supply Chain articles
Manufacturing and Supply Chain IT articles comprising case studies, product information, opinion articles, reports, new contract wins, product launches, opinion from the trade associations, government departments, research analysts, the vendor community. These articles are about specific industry IT solutions and topics relating to how improvements and efficiency gains can be made by the use of information technology within supply chain applications. All topics are covered in these articles which include ERP/MRP, Manufacturing Software, Advanced Planning, Demand Forecasting, Supply Chain Management, Warehouse Management Software, Automatic Identification/Datacapture, Voice-Directed Warehousing, Printing & Labelling, Transport Management, Asset Management Software and Mobile Computing.
FedEx Express Selects Intermec to Optimize Pickup and Delivery Operations
Jul 08, 2004
FedEx Express and Intermec Technologies Corp. have teamed to develop a new dispatch system designed to capture accurate information about package pickup and delivery operations in real time, the companies announced today.
METRO Group establishes RFID test environment that simulates real-world conditions
Jul 08, 2004
SATO RFID Printer and Print Modules Showcased at METRO Group's RFID Innovation Centre.
Simplified market-pull scheduling
Jul 08, 2004
This White Paper report describes an innovative, simple and effective approach to lean manufacturing that was developed and proven by Michael P. Lilly and the staff of Lilly Software Associates (Hampton, NH).
Waer Systems Launches AeroScape Software for aerospace industry
Jul 08, 2004
Designed to reduce component level inventory while providing control, visibility and significant cost savings.
Logistics Information Technology News (LogisticsIT.com)
Logistics information technology (LIT) is the use of information technology (IT) to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of logistics operations. LIT encompasses a wide range of technologies, including:
- Barcoding and electronic data interchange (EDI): These technologies are used to automate the exchange of data between different parts of the supply chain.
- Warehouse management systems (WMS): These systems are used to track inventory levels, manage orders, and optimize the flow of goods in and out of warehouses.
- Transportation management systems (TMS): These systems are used to plan and track shipments, manage carriers, and optimize routes.
- Fleet management systems (FMS): These systems are used to track and monitor vehicles, manage fuel consumption, and improve driver safety.
- Geospatial technologies: These technologies are used to track the location of goods in real time and optimize delivery routes.
- Artificial intelligence (AI): AI is being used in logistics to automate tasks, improve decision-making, and optimize operations.
LIT can help logistics organizations to improve their performance in a number of ways, including:
- Increased efficiency: LIT can help to automate tasks, streamline processes, and improve communication between different parts of the supply chain. This can lead to significant reductions in costs and improved efficiency.
- Improved visibility: LIT can help to track the location of goods in real time and provide visibility into the entire supply chain. This can help to identify and resolve problems more quickly and improve customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced decision-making: LIT can help to provide decision-makers with real-time data and insights. This can help them to make better decisions about things like inventory levels, shipping routes, and pricing.
