Retail Specialists TOSHIBA TEC and UK based Business Software and Service Provider, Sage, have entered into a distribution agreement for Spain.
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.
Le Creuset finds the right ingredient for supply chain efficiency
May 11, 2010
AGR has announced that Le Creuset has agreed to implement its Inventory Optimiser solution in order to improve the companys inventory management and demand forecasting capabilities.
Norfolk Southern Saves Customers Millions with Help from Infor
May 11, 2010
One of the largest railroads in North America, has saved more than 100 customers millions of dollars a year in fuel and transport costs using Infor SCM Network Design.
Mamas & Papas Implement Voice Technology into their Warehouse Operation
May 11, 2010
Mamas & Papas, the UKs number one parenting brand is investing in Vocollect Voice technology to increase accuracy and productivity in their Huddersfield warehouse.
Harvey Norman automates purchase order process with Sterling Business Integration Suite
May 11, 2010
Sterling Commerce has announced that Harvey Norman Holdings Limited [HVN] has deployed Sterling Collaboration Network to automate all purchase orders exchanged between franchises and suppliers.
On-Demand Software - SaaS White Paper from QAD
May 11, 2010
SaaS is the next step in the evolution of software development. In a very short time, on-demand has evolved as a viable model for deploying and managing mission-critical applications...Download this fascinating white paper.....
K3 launches new dedicated customer portal
May 11, 2010
K3 Business Technology Group (K3) is continuing to improve customer service levels with a website dedicated to Syspro and Equator users.
RedPrairie unveils new release of Duty Management solution at the London International Wine Fair
May 11, 2010
RedPrairie Corporation will be launching the latest release of its Duty Management solution at the London International Wine Fair (18-20 May, 2010, ExCeL London, stand S60).
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.
