This week's report looks at two worms -Mugly.A and Gaobot.BXG-, a virus called Jabbit.A, the Skulls.B Trojan and an application called pcAudit.
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.
IBS introduces new electronic invoicing solution
Dec 06, 2004
IBS announces the release of IBS e-billing, an intelligent electronic invocing system that provides better control and improved efficiency for the billing process. The software contains electronic bill presentment tools that help customers reduce printing, mailing and labour.
EXEL EXTENDS INBOUND SERVICES FOR VOLKSWAGEN GROUP ACROSS CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE
Dec 06, 2004
Building on an 11-year relationship, Exel will manage the inbound collection for VW's assembly plant in Poland, and a new domestic inbound parts collection service for Skoda in the Czech Republic.
Intermec Launches Innovative SF51 Compact Cordless Scanner
Dec 06, 2004
No more that 15 cm long and only 260 grams in weight, the SF51 fits neatly in the hand and clips quickly into and out of a holster by means of a unique fast-action magnetic attach and release mechanism.
SAGE LAUNCHES A BUSINESS UNIT DEDICATED TO SUPPORTING UK MANUFACTURING
Dec 06, 2004
Sage (UK) Ltd has today announced the launch of a new business unit dedicated to UK manufacturing.
PRIAM Powers Silverline Tools
Dec 06, 2004
A PRIAM customer for over four years, Silverline has benefited significantly from the PRIAM ERP / CRM System.
Centrax engineers major benefits with MAPICS
Dec 06, 2004
Although Centrax has relied on MAPICS software since as far back as the mid 1980s, much of the functionality had not been activated. And with ever increasing demands being made by customers, together with the threat from the low-cost markets, Centrax realised that an overhaul of its software applications was needed.
Top ten Christmas toys fail to make it to shelves in high street stores - new research
Dec 06, 2004
The festive season is fast-approaching and were all looking forward to a traditional Christmas with all the trimmings! However, it seems that Christmas cheer may be distinctly absent from some British households this year due to the unavailability of many of the nations most sought-after toys.
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.
