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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Manufacturing recovery remains fragile, warns Begbies Traynor

1 Manufacturing recovery remains fragile, warns Begbies Traynor

The recovery in the manufacturing sector remains fragile, according to the latest Red Flag update, which shows that the companies in the sectors experiencing significant or critical financial problems rose 12% in the first quarter of 2010.

Honeywell unveils new area-imaging scanners

2 Honeywell unveils new area-imaging scanners

Honeywell has introduced the Xenon series, the companys sixth generation of handheld area imaging scanners.

Business Dispatch launches cloud computing solution for courier services

3 Business Dispatch launches cloud computing solution for courier services

Many businesses rely on couriers to get their products, documents, letters or parcels to customers on time, and it can take just one mistake for them to switch to a competitor.

Wincanton uses Microlise Transport Management solution on Marks & Spencer home delivery contracts

4 Wincanton uses Microlise Transport Management solution on Marks & Spencer home delivery contracts

Wincanton used Microlises Fleet & Distribution portfolio to help the company manage its delivery operations in order to more readily meet Marks & Spencers service level targets.

Miller Brands Selects Kewill For Supply Chain Ecommerce

5 Miller Brands Selects Kewill For Supply Chain Ecommerce

Kewill has announced that it has signed a three year contract with Miller Brands to fully manage and support electronic communications with its network of trading partners.

Over 95 per cent of organisations expect to maintain or grow their use of SaaS through 2010

6 Over 95 per cent of organisations expect to maintain or grow their use of SaaS through 2010

More than 95 per cent of organisations expect to maintain or grow their use of software as a service (SaaS), according to a survey by Gartner, Inc.

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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