Demand Stream continues to lead demand-driven manufacturing momentum in the high-tech sector.
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.
SOFTBRANDS SUCCESSFULLY IMPLEMENTS LEAN ENTERPRISE AUTOMATION SOFTWARE SYSTEM, DEMAND STREAM AT DATAMAX
Sep 23, 2004
EXEL JOINS EPCglobal TO PARTICIPATE IN RADIO FREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION (RFID) STANDARDS DEVELOPMENT
Sep 23, 2004
EPCglobal seeks to set global standards for RFID in the supply chain.
MTA selects IBS software for high volume, multi-channel order management
Sep 23, 2004
MTAs decision to review enterprise systems was prompted by its rapid growth in the last 18 months, and the inability of its legacy ERP application to support the business expansion.
Epicor Extends E-mail Marketing with Electronic Survey Solution
Sep 23, 2004
Addition of Opt-in E-mail Campaigns and Support for Web-based Surveys Help Improve Response Rates and Increase Customer Satisfactions.
Datalogic Strengthens its Leadership
Sep 23, 2004
First place for Datalogic in EMEA for hand held readers and industrial stationary scanners. Double the market share and sales of mobile computers in EMEA.
ZEBRA OPENS UP WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY TO MORE CUSTOMERS
Sep 23, 2004
No longer reserved for high-performance printers, even more Zebra customers will be able to experience the benefits of a wireless print server with the launch of the new ZebraNet Wireless Print Server from Zebra Technologies.
New Intermec PD4 Desktop Printer Combines Value and Rugged Performance
Sep 23, 2004
Under new distribution strategy PD4 printer will be available exclusively through Intermec's channel partners.
66% of manufacturers wont be ready for RFID for at least two years
Sep 23, 2004
Only 11% thought that the industry could expect to see widespread RFID adoption within the next year. The survey of UK manufacturers questioned respondents on the pressures facing the manufacturing sector.
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.
