Retailers and logistics companies worldwide now have to squeeze profits from ever-tighter margins. Behind the shopfloor, technology is playing a key role in making warehouses and distribution centres more efficient and connecting different parts of a business and its workers
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.
7 June 2005 -- GS1 UK EPCglobal Conference and Exhibition
Apr 06, 2005
The event will report on the latest in RFID standards with strategic guidance and implementation experience from leading companies...
Infors Third AutoKnow Webinar to Address Lean Logistics for the Automotive Industry
Apr 06, 2005
This third webinar in Infors AutoKnow series is entitled, "Do You Know Where Your Parts Are? Lean Logistics for the Automotive Industry."
FULLY INTEGRATED PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND ERP TIPS COLIN MEAR ENGINEERING IN FAVOUR OF INFOR
Apr 06, 2005
The Infor system will work alongside lean methods and provide essential manufacturing management functions, including engineering change control to minimise errors and maintain accurate records. It will provide material requirements planning (MRP) where needed.
ILOG UNVEILS NEW TRANSPORTATION PLANNING SOLUTION
Apr 06, 2005
Company Enters Software Applications Market With Transport PowerOps; Produces More Realistic Plans and User-directed Policy Management.
FOOTPRINT INDUSTRY INITIATIVE LAUNCHED TO SHOEHORN RFID SOLUTIONS INTO THE FOOTWEAR INDUSTRY
Apr 06, 2005
By RFID enabling the entire process from POS to materials sourcing, the industry can strip millions of pounds of cost out of the supply chain.
Sterling Commerce Helps Businesses Get to the Next Level of B2B with GIS 4.0:
Apr 06, 2005
Industrys Most Complete B2B Suite for Multi-Enterprise Collaboration.
GS1 UK takes the uncertainty out of RFID with new planning tools
Apr 06, 2005
Enables companies to calculate the value of RFID and prepare to implement it in their business.
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.
