Marks & Spencer has confirmed that it will expand its Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) trial to 53 stores starting in the spring of 2006.
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.
Geac to provide integrated ERP and global service management software solution for Sandvik Mining and Construction
Mar 31, 2005
New software will integrate with Geac System21 ERP system to create an end-to-end solution addressing production through after-sales service.
Wickes Implements Manugistics Solution To Improve Home Delivery Business
Mar 31, 2005
Manugistics' Proven Commitment to Retail Results in New Projects with DIY Giant.
Eyefortransport's survey forecasts a dramatic increase in RFID deployment in the transportation industry
Mar 31, 2005
RFID and real time technologies will become "indispensable".
Creating the next AIDC wave in China
Mar 31, 2005
AIDC Expert SATO teams up with Vision Group, a leading Auto-ID entreprise.
Putting inherent instability to good use.
Mar 31, 2005
Fly by wire: why lean initiatives need APS to remain agileby Graham Hackwell, guest columnist
SEEBURGER LAUNCHES Paper-to-ERP INTEGRATION FOR 70% OF BUSINESS TO BUSINESS TRANSACTIONS
Mar 31, 2005
Paper-to-ERP integrates seamlessly with all major ERP systems, including SAP, JD Edwards, PeopleSoft and Baan.
6 to 9 April -- Noted Manufacturing Analyst John Fontanella to Deliver Keynote At the 11th Annual Infor VISUAL User Conference
Mar 31, 2005
Lean Manufacturing and Globalization Topics to be Addressed.
IDC Expects Total Western Europe Automotive IT Market Size to Reach $7.7 Billion by 2008
Mar 31, 2005
The business drivers of the automotive industry continue to force car manufacturers to examine certain functional business areas within their value chains.
THE NHS AND THE NPSA APPOINT PROLOG TO HANDLE CAMPAIGN DISTRIBUTION
Mar 31, 2005
The National Patient Safety Agency is using Prologs nationwide bulk storage, fulfilment and distribution infrastructure to bring a 17-month long MRSA awareness programme to hospital wards throughout England and Wales.
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.