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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.
Certified Kobil Solution to be Integrated into SAP
Oct 06, 2004
SAP Interface Certification for Kobil eSecure.
Software AG Integrates DispoPilot into FleetBoard's Telematics Service
Oct 06, 2004
Web Services Link Trucks to Dispatch Companies.
SAP and Infineon Introduce Scalable Solution to Ease Integration of RFID Hardware and Software
Oct 06, 2004
New Offering to Help Retail, Manufacturing, Aerospace and High Tech Companies Reduce Costs and Risks Associated with Deploying Heterogeneous RFID Components.
Brakes pickers pick a perfect pack of packages
Oct 06, 2004
Brakes, the UKs leading foodservice solutions provider, announced today it has implemented a voice directed picking system across 13 of its depots.
Finding the value in RFID implementations
Oct 06, 2004
Manufacturing companies should look at RFID as a solution that can help them to deliver real value to their customers and to their bottom line by improving business processes.
Webcom, Inc. Announces New Release of WebSource CPQ (Configuration, Pricing, Quotation & Proposal) Solution
Oct 06, 2004
Enhancements to WebSource CPQ Focus on Further Reductions in Quote-to-Order Cycle Time and the Diverse Needs of a Multi-Channel Selling Model.
OPEN BUSINESS SOLUTIONS OFFERS BEST VALUE WMS YET
Oct 06, 2004
Open Business Solutions is today launching a complete warehouse management system (WMS) at an unprecedented price and a guarantee to install within three months.
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.
