Highest attendance figures demonstrate ongoing interest in and benefits from production planning and scheduling software.
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.
Zetes takes over the Print & Apply activities of Bopack Systems
Jan 27, 2009
Zetes, a leading pan-European provider of solutions and services for the automatic identification of goods and people , is taking over the Print & Apply activity of Bopack Systems.
Infor gets to work on supply chain planning at Arco
Jan 27, 2009
Infor has announced that Arco, a leading UK distributor of safety clothing and equipment, has selected Infors advanced supply chain management (SCM) solution
Manhattan Associates and CSF Polska Earn Industry Accolade at Innovation in Logistics Awards Event
Jan 27, 2009
Manhattan Associates and CSF Polska, a Manhattan business partner have won a joint award at Polands third Innovation in Logistics Awards ceremony.
First test for new software partnership
Jan 27, 2009
MMCC Consultants and B2M work together on mobile application for Kwik-Fit Fleet
How a WMS Can Help You Increase Profit During Economic Downturn
Jan 27, 2009
How is your business planning to survive during the economic downturn? The typical response is to stop all process improvement and technology projects and concede that we just cant afford it now. This line of thinking is a trap!
Kewill provides AG Thames Holdings with enhanced EDI experience.
Jan 27, 2009
AG Thames Holdings, a fruit importer and logistics provider, has improved its order and invoicing processes with the implementation of MessageBroker from Kewill.
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.
