GGP Systems has launched a new Spatial Data version of its Geographic Information System.
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 is chosen to supply the biometric solution for Belgian consulates and frontier posts
Oct 14, 2009
Zetes has been appointed by the Belgian Federal Public Service Foreign Affairs to supply the equipment, biometric software, and technical support for the registration of the biometric data of applicants for visas and passports
Plex online ERP software successfully launched at 14 Inteva locations
Oct 14, 2009
Plex Systems has announced that LLC has completed the launch of Plex Online at 14 of its global locations
Gravesham Borough Council optimises route management with the help of Eurobios
Oct 14, 2009
Gravesham in Kent operates a direct services organisation for refuse and recycling
Social Marketing & Supply Chain Management: The Next Consumer Data Challenge and Opportunity
Oct 14, 2009
Social marketing tools and Web 2.0 technologies now permeate our everyday lives
VoiteQ and Cirrus Logistics have new owners
Oct 14, 2009
The owners of VoiteQ Ltd. have completed the acquisition of Cirrus Logistics Ltd., supplier of simulation and optimisation solutions
JDA Software Offers Five Strategies for Utilising Next-Generation S&OP to Drive Maximum Benefits
Oct 14, 2009
Manufacturers industry-wide are being hard hit by an unprecedented confluence of economic conditions negatively impacting consumer spending
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.
