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 & LabellingTransport Management, Asset Management Software and Mobile Computing.

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Weekly report on viruses and intruders

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Today's report looks at Constructor/EMFTrojan.C, Netsky.AH, Netsky.AI, Bagz.E, Mydoom.AD and Scranor.A.

NATO STREAMLINES INTERNAL PROCESS WITH CAPTARIS TEAMPLATE WORKFLOW SOLUTION

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Captaris Teamplate Workflow for .NET has been implemented to allow division members to track documents electronically to ensure both passive and active parties have access to the latest information.

McDonalds Europe Confirms Successful Implementation of Manugistics' Advanced Forecasting and Replenishment Solutions

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Implementation to be extended across the UK and rest of Europe soon

MAP&GUIDE Updates Product Line for the Transport Industry

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MAP&GUIDE, the leading provider of professional mapping and routing solutions, has released a series of new products and updates, further tailoring its product range to the specific needs of the transport and logistics market.

CSW Coldform warms to self-installed MRP system

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In February 2004 CSW decided to adopt 123MRP and sent three people on the user training course, two on implementation and one on the administration course.

Engineering Plastics Leader Invests in MAPICS SyteLine ERP To Drive Seamless Communication, Coordination Within UK Business Group

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ENSINGER Companies Cite Integration, Customisation and APS Capabilities As Key Criteria in Selecting Microsoft-Based Solution.

Okadi Pursues Operational Excellence with Manhattan Associates Integrated Logistics Solutions

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Leading Clothing Retailer Builds International Supply Chain Infrastructure with Manhattan Associates Solutions

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.

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