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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Capita deployment of Blackbay Service Connect improves TV Licensing service to BBC and delivers tangible ROI

1 Capita deployment of Blackbay Service Connect improves TV Licensing service to BBC and delivers tangible ROI

Capita Business Services run the majority of the administration and collection of TV Licensing, including the field force of Enquiry Officers.

Volcanic ash disruption highlights need for OEMs to reinforce contingency plans for extended supply chains

2 Volcanic ash disruption highlights need for OEMs to reinforce contingency plans for extended supply chains

Evolution Time Critical facilitates urgent deliveries to car makers from distant international suppliers

13th Annual Global CEO Survey

3 13th Annual Global CEO Survey

CEOs continue to work to strengthen their organisations while seeking opportunities emerging from structural shifts in their industries, economies and regulatory environments.Download the PricewaterhouseCoopers survey of 1,198 business leaders from around the world.

Small businesses see election as platform for change but feel threatened by uncertainty

4 Small businesses see election as platform for change but feel threatened by uncertainty

Business owners see todays election as an opportunity to change Britains enterprise culture for the better, with one in five intending to vote for the party they hope will manage the economy most effectively.

Zetes Open Days -1st June and 29th June 2010

5 Zetes Open Days -1st June and 29th June 2010

Morrisons, Nike, Superdrug, Cranfield, NITL, Faber Music, Seachill, Grosvenor Consulting and Hendersons to speak at the Zetes Open Days

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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