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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.
BUTLER GROUP IDENTIFIES INDUSTRY-WIDE FAILURE TO EXPLOIT THE POWER OF INFORMATION
Jan 12, 2005
Butler Group Report on Exploiting Corporate Information Assets underlines the importance of employing a corporate information strategy to deliver competitive advantage.
Cadbury Schweppes taps Sterling Commerce to achieve sweeter supply chain integration
Jan 12, 2005
Multi-Enterprise Services Architecture provides single integrated platform enabling global data synchronisation and advanced supply chain communications.
HAMWORTHY COMBUSTION USES TROPOS TO MANAGE ITS EXPANDING GLOBAL BUSINESS
Jan 12, 2005
Combustion equipment manufacturer Hamworthy Combustion is implementing a turnkey TROPOS and CODA ERP solution from SSI to help manage its expanding global operations and deliver market leadership ambitions.
Manhattan Associates Appoints Steve Norton as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Jan 12, 2005
Manhattan Associates Appoints Steve Norton as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
Manufacturing at the Speed of Business
Jan 12, 2005
For any enterprise, remaining competitive in a tough, global economy requires a commitment to operational excellence and access to the latest information on which to base critical business decisions.
Unicare Pharmacy Ltd. selects Aldata G.O.L.D. to manage its Supply Chain
Jan 12, 2005
"The Aldata G.O.L.D. system allows us to address our Head Office control requirements very quickly and then to move on to improve our capabilities where it really matters, in our stores." Paul Hanlon, Managing Director of Unicare Pharmacy Ltd.
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.
