On 1 December 2004, Technology Services Group Ltd, one of the UKs fastest-growing IT services companies for SMEs, acquired System Advantage Limited. System Advantage specialises in business software from Sage and Exchequer.
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.
Delta Impact places 100,000 ERP order with CPiO
Dec 03, 2004
The order, which runs for a three year period and includes software, service and support, replaces Delta Impacts legacy CS3 system and is helping the organisation to improve its customer focused business processes, increase productivity and access to management information.
Industry recognises TNT Logistics operational excellence
Dec 03, 2004
TNT Logistics' operational excellence has been further recognised as the company recently received three major awards for its logistics and supply chain management services to automotive and other customers in both Brazil and Australia.
CSC comments on the past 12 months and predicts key trends for 2005
Dec 03, 2004
Commenting on the past 12 months and predicting the key trends for 2005, Ivor Canavan, European VP at Computer Sciences Corporation, said: "...As we look ahead to 2005, there are four key developments that have captured my attention - the ERP vendor landscape, future acquisitions and consolidation, Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and RFID.
MX3-RFID Wireless Computer Capable of Reading Both Barcodes & Class 0 & Class 1 EPC RFID Tags
Dec 03, 2004
The innovative MX3-RFID is based on LXE's highly successful and field-proven MX3 horizontal half-screen wireless computer.
Effective scheduling in the bag at Smurfit Ward
Dec 03, 2004
Preactor 200 proves the ideal solution for packaging supplier.
UKs Largest Truck Body Builder Installs Exel ERP System...
Dec 03, 2004
...As Part Of Major Investment Programme
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.
