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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Optimising the global supply chain

1 Optimising the global supply chain

Complexity can be a blessing rather than a curse-Caroline Dowling, VP sales and marketing, Flextronics Europe.

TXT E-SOLUTIONS ANNOUNCES AMBITIOUS PLANS AT ANNUAL SUMMIT

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TXT e-solutions is celebrating the success of its seventh international summit held in Venice on 18 and 19 November. The Summit attracted speakers, analysts and press from throughout Europe.

AMERICAN PORT SERVICES CHOOSES AEROSCOUTS ACTIVE RFID SOLUTION FOR YARD MANAGEMENT/AGI WORLDWIDE COMPLETES RFID COMPLIANCE INITIATIVE AT AMERICAN PORT SERVICES' NORFOLK DISTRIBUTION FACILITY

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AeroScout to Provide Wi-Fi-Based Real-Time Location System for Cross-Docking Facility Operated by APS for Worlds Largest Retailer.

TNT Logistics wins DaimlerChrysler contract

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DaimlerChrysler UK Limited has awarded TNT Logistics a five year, multi-million pound contract to manage aftermarket distribution of the group's automotive parts throughout the UK.

IBS expands to Russia

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IBS expands its operations into the fast-growing Russian software market. The company has signed a co-operation agreement with the Moscow based software company Cinimex Informatica.

INFORMATICA STRENGTHENS COMMITMENT TO SAP NETWEAVER PLATFORM

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New SAP certification helps customers leverage PowerCenter for data migration, consolidation and synchronization projects

COMME DES GARCONS OPENS FOR BUSINESS IN THE UK THANKS TO EXEL

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Company supports international fashion house's UK retail entry in Dover Street Marketing.

Business Continuity managers recognise the need for testing plans - but do they practice what they preach?

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Research by Synstar, the business availability and managed IT services provider, shows that the overwhelming majority of Business Continuity (BC) and senior business managers recognise that BC plans need to be tested on a regular basis.

IT Departments Still Not meeting Business Expectations, Claims SMARTS

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Business managers scathing about IT departments' understanding of their business: One in two business managers view IT as "poor value for money".

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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