3M Supply Chain Solutions will be hosting a one-day seminar on the theme Getting a better return on your Supply Chain Investment on 14 May 2008 in Bracknell, Berkshire, UK
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.
Voice is choice for KNAPP customers
Apr 23, 2008
KNAPP has enjoyed considerable success in implementing voice-directed picking solutions for clients in diverse sectors across Europe
Avery introduces new online multimedia training tool
Apr 23, 2008
Avery Dennison RFID has added a comprehensive online training module to help those new to the industry understand and familiarise themselves with RFID systems
Can software be green? tmWare shows you how
Apr 23, 2008
You may wonder what contribution software can have in the battle against climate change, but the developers of tmWare, the On Demand Logistics Solution, believe there is a lot that can be done
Accu-Sort doubles production of AV6010 barcode reading camera systems
Apr 23, 2008
Auto ID users have been quick to adopt Accu-Sort's new camera-based barcode scanning system
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.