This week's virus report looks at three vulnerabilities, two Trojans -WmvDownloader.A and WmvDownloader.B-, and two worms -Lasco.A and Gaobot.CKP-.
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.
Company-Wide Integration with In-Depth Manufacturing Control
Jan 17, 2005
Today, manufacturers in a host of vertical industries face challenges and obstacles many could not imagine a decade or two ago. Technology has advanced at a blinding pace. Global competition arises from all angles. And customer demands have risen to a level that leaves little or no room for error. Free white paper.
Visibility for Project Manufacturers
Jan 17, 2005
Integrated time-planning, resource allocation and cost management brings true visibility for project based and one-off manufacturers. Free white paper.
Zebra Technologies First to Offer RFID Printer/Encoders for SAP's New Auto-ID Infrastructure
Jan 17, 2005
Zebra co-development provides SAP customers a unique, integrated solution for RFID smart label generation -- SAP and Zebra solution simplifies compliance with 2005 RFID supply chain mandates for manufacturers.
Seeing the Future in the Automotive Industry...
Jan 17, 2005
A Perspective on the Global Automotive Industry. Free white paper.
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.
