Company Deploys Voice Recognition Technology to over 5,000 New Users in 2006 A total of 18,000 voice recognition terminals throughout Europe
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.
Ritchey has productivity tagged with Access Supply Chain
May 01, 2007
Agricultural manufacturer Ritchey plc has introduced major productivity gains by integrating its Access Supply Chain solution with an online ordering system.
INFOR HELPS AUSTRALIAN CABLE MANUFACTURER TYCAB TO ACHIEVE BETTER SERVICE STANDARDS
May 01, 2007
Infor ERP Syteline Solution Provides Competitive Advantage Through Business Specific Pick and Ship Capabilities
Mitsubishi Electric and Wonderware Sign Software Alliance Agreement
May 01, 2007
Mitsubishi Electric Corp. of Japan and Wonderware, a business unit of Invensys, whose products are marketed and supported in the UK by Cheadle based Wonderware United Kingdom, have signed a new software alliance agreement.
Intermec and Jade Swing into Retail Solutions 2007
May 01, 2007
Intermec Inc.and Jade Communications will be demonstrating the latest in retail shop floor innovations including the new Intermec CN3 handheld computer and the latest Jade applications at the Retail Solutions Show 5-7 June 2007 at Birmingham NEC.
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.
