Voice Technology for the warehouse is now mature and proven, but its only within the last couple of years that it has really started to take off in the UK. The technology has become more accessible and businesses have begun to understand better this technology and quantify the benefits it offers.
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.
NEW PORTABLE LABEL PRINTER IS TOUGH, LIGHTWEIGHT AND FAST
Jun 03, 2005
SATO UK has upgraded its MB200 series portable label printer to make it faster and more robust with a longer battery life.
500th Supplier Goes Live on Ministry of Defence eBusiness Portal
Jun 03, 2005
2.5bn contracts now live on eProcurement system.
Wipro partners Akzo Nobel in IT infrastructure management across multiple locations in US and Europe
Jun 03, 2005
Wipro Technologies will help Akzo Nobel Chemicals implement their idea of creating a shared IT environment by providing infrastructure management services for distributed data centers across multiple locations in the US and Europe.
Kewill and Inovis announce partnership to deliver Global Data Synchronisation across Europe
Jun 03, 2005
Kewill Systems Plc, a leading provider of supply chain execution software and services, announced today a partnership with Inovis and its UK affiliate Harbinger Commerce Ltd, leading providers of fully integrated business-to-business solutions and services for e-business and data synchronisation.
The Works achieves 25% picking efficiency uplift with RedPrairie supply chain solutions
Jun 03, 2005
UK value book retail chain, The Works, has raised warehouse picking efficiency by 25% only months after rolling out a range of supply chain solutions from RedPrairie, a global leader in supply chain technology solutions.
Biological standards organisation cleans up with 123mrp.NET
Jun 03, 2005
NIBSC (National Institute for Biological Standards and Control, based in Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, is responsible for safeguarding and advancing UK and European public health by assuring the quality and safety of biological materials used as medicines, in particular vaccines for the UK children's vaccination programme.
PING and LXE begin roll-out of the MX3X mobile terminal
Jun 03, 2005
The MX3X units will be deployed at the European Headquarters in Gainsbrough, Lincolnshire, where PING design, manufacture, export and distribute custom-fit golf clubs.
EXEL PARTNERS WITH CATHAY PACIFIC TO BRING TIGER CUBS OVER 18,000 KM FROM CHINA TO SOUTH AFRICA
Jun 03, 2005
This is not the first time that Exel has taken part in providing services for charity activities. In September 2004, the team at Exel-Sinotrans, led by Windy Wu, General Manager of Exel in North China, contributed by providing full support to a number of projects while working with the relevant authorities and Cathay Pacific.
PUTTING THE IT BACK INTO FLEXIBILITY
Jun 03, 2005
There is a common perception amongst non-technical people that the IT department is merely a commodity to be used by the rest of the business; available on demand, but working quietly in the background at all other times.
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.
