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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CATALYST APPOINTS NEW VP OF SALES AND MARKETING EMEA

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Catalyst International, a global provider of software solutions and services that optimise the enterprise supply chain, has announced the appointment of Steve Barker as their new Vice President of Sales and Marketing, EMEA.

Manugistics Announces Release of Licensable RFQ Solution

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Reaffirms Commitment to Transportation & Logistics

SAP Delivers Next-generation ERP to Customers

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SAP AG today announced that the latest version of mySAP ERP, SAPs flagship product and next-generation enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution, has shipped to customers worldwide a full month ahead of schedule.

Globalising supply chain presents logistics providers with new hurdles to overcome

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Datamonitor's "European Logistics Market Map," research estimates that 45% (Euro 175.5bn) of total logistics spend in 2008 across the EU15 will be on outsourced logistics services.

SOFTBRANDS ANNOUNCES THE UPCOMING COMMERCIAL LAUNCH OF THE FOURTH SHIFT EDITION FOR SAP BUSINESS ONE

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Comprehensive and affordable solution for small and midsize manufacturers.

Reverse Logistics

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Not many companies understand the true cost of returns and it never ceases to surprise me how much work goes into managing outbound deliveries, and how little thought goes into reverse logistics. Yet it is a highly costly part of the supply chain.

PARAGON FLEET CONTROLLER DELIVERS BENEFITS FOR EXEL NISA-TODAYS

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Exel has installed Paragons Fleet Controller software to help manage 11,500 weekly chilled and frozen food deliveries on behalf of Nisa-Todays

M.H. Alshaya Co. to Distribute European Brands using Manhattan Associates' Warehouse Management Solution

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Middle East Retailer Selects Warehouse Management Solution for Major New Regional Distribution Centre.

Gaskell plc adds a little magic to their carpets

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Gaskell Plc deployed a technology called TaskCentre to enhance their customer service levels with remarkable results.

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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