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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Sorting Out the Paper Trail A SAP

1 Sorting Out the Paper Trail A SAP

How do companies extend the benefits of SAP ERP deployment to the edgesof their business, and break down information silos? Jonathan Symons, MD of ITESOFT, shows how to short-cut the paper trail in finance departments

Oracle to Buy G-Log

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Comprehensive Logistics Management Platform to Complement Oracles Supply Chain Applications

New Toronto 9000 Vehicle Mount Combines Sophisticated Features And Rugged Technology

3 New Toronto 9000 Vehicle Mount Combines Sophisticated Features And Rugged Technology

Belgravium Ltd has released an entirely new fan-less version of it's Toronto 9000 rugged Vehicle-mounted computer.

Impinj and Alien Technology Announce Supply Agreement for RFID Chips

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Impinjs Monza Chips to Power Aliens High Performance EPC Gen 2 Inlays and Straps

Impinjs RFID Tag Chip and Reader Receive EPCglobal Gen 2 Certification Marks

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Monza First and Only Chip Certified; Speedway One of First Readers Certified

EPC Class 1 Generation 2 serial firmware version for UHF readers by FEIG ELECTRONIC available now

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Half a year after distribution of the first beta version, the Generation 2 firmware for OBID i-scan UHF reader ID ISC.LRU1000 and the reader module ID ISC.LRMU1000, is now available as a serial version.

Webcom, Inc. Announces New Release of WebSource CPQ (Configuration, Pricing, Quotation & Proposal) Solution

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Enhancements to WebSource CPQ Focus on Further Reductions in Quote-to-Order Cycle Time and the Handling of Varying Levels of Complexity

MIGROS Vaud chooses Aldata to manage its fresh and ultra-fresh products

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The Swiss cooperative Migros has just renewed its partnership with Aldata Solution, choosing to implement version 5.03 of G.O.L.D. Stock.

BCP On top of the world

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BCP are proud to have been involved in Jake Meyers recent assault on Everest which made him, at just 21 years old, the youngest Brit to summit Mount Everest and the youngest man in the world to complete all the Seven Summits to climb the highest mountain on each of the seven continents.

SSA Global Launches SSA Open Architecture 5.1, Delivering on Commitment to Service-Oriented Architecture

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Gives Customers Standards-Based Technology Platform that Meets Demands for Greater IT Agility and Reduced Cost of Ownership.

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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