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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HAND HELD PRODUCTS: EXPLOSION IN DEMAND FOR 2D IMAGING

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Hand Held Products, the world's leading developer of 2D hand held imagers, is enjoying a dramatic surge in demand for the technology.

Invensys' Wonderware Business Unit Achieves "Powered by SAP NetWeaver" Certification Status

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Wonderware have announced that it has achieved "Powered by SAP NetWeaver" certification status.

MCL Technologies Announces Agreement to Provide MCL-Client for Symbol

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MCL Technologies have announced anagreement for Symbol Technologies to factory install MCL-Client on Symbol'sMC1000 with English OS.

SAS 9.1 achieves Powered by SAP NetWeaver integration status

4 SAS 9.1 achieves Powered by SAP NetWeaver integration status

SAS, a long-time SAP software partner and the leader in the new generation of business intelligence, have announced that its SAS 9.1 solution has achieved "Powered by SAP NetWeaver" integration status.

Epicor Announces SOA Business Integration Platform

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Epicor Service Connect Provides Automated Workflow, Enhanced Collaboration and Agility for Improved Business Performance

Bike Tyrestore pumps up its customer service with NetDespatch

6 Bike Tyrestore pumps up its customer service with NetDespatch

NetDespatch web services have revolutionised customer service at Bike Tyrestore, the UK's largest motorbike tyre wholesaler.

Double the Ram and twice the Memory in new TDS Recon XL

7 Double the Ram and twice the Memory in new TDS Recon XL

Handheld Europe AB is now launching the TDS Recon XL for the European markets.

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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