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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.
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Jul 26, 2005
Which end is which?
Jul 26, 2005
For many UK manufacturing environments the term warehouse management system is something strictly confined to the world of distribution. Manufacturing makes, distribution delivers and never the twain shall meet, right?
Constraint-based planning and scheduling
Jul 26, 2005
Food and beverage manufacturers must adopt a planning process that combines long-term visibility of future demands and manufacturing constraints with near-term production scheduling and execution, says Dr John Slater of Logility. Here he offers tips to select the right supply chain planning solution.
Functionally rich solutions strengthen product recall execution while minimizing costs
Jul 26, 2005
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is influencing traceability issues for food and beverage manufacturers worldwide and not just in the US. Here we look at how best-of-breed warehouse solutions are able to provide assistance with traceability compliance by providing inventory control tools for multi-level holds, catch weight control, shelf life/expiration dates, quarantine, product traceability and environmental control of multiple inventory processes.
Companies need to take a fundamentally different view of RFID trials if they are to realise value
Jul 26, 2005
RFID (radio frequency identification) technology is being hailed as the solution that will significantly reduce shrinkage, errors and delays in the supply chain, while enabling companies to interact with their customers in new ways. A number of high-profile companies have undertaken RFID trials such as M&S, Metro, Benetton, Wal-Mart and Tesco in the retail sector as well as FMCG, pharmaceuticals manufacturing, and the US military.
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.
