ORTEC has launched a new release of ORTEC Transport & Distribution (ORTEC TD 2010), which delivers numerous improvements in performance and deployment options.
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.
Oil and gas contractor in Arabian Gulf to implement Epicor across entire organisation
Sep 29, 2010
Epicor Software Corporation has announced that Lamprell is to implement the Epicor 9 next-generation enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution across its entire organisation.
Origin Enterprises plc selects Microsoft Dynamics AX from Columbus IT
Sep 29, 2010
Origin Enterprises Plc has selected Microsoft Dynamics AX with Microsoft Partner Columbus IT to ensure they are positioned for growth with a single IT platform across the group.
Reliance on manual processes puts customer relationships at risk
Sep 29, 2010
At the recent Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) annual conference, Sterling Commerce, an IBM Company, announced the findings of a new independent survey of manufacturing and logistics executives.
Belgravium 'filters out' the competition for Donaldsons full screen solution
Sep 29, 2010
Donaldsons selects the 'Rugged by Design' Toronto 9000 series by real-time mobile computing solution providers Belgravium Ltd.
New book on mastering supply chain volatility launched
Sep 29, 2010
A new book, 'X-SCM: The New Science of X-treme Supply Chain Management', includes contributions from world experts in supply chain volatility management and unveils a new science for managing supply chain risk and extreme volatility.
Sainsbury's increases distribution centre efficiency with the help of VoiteQ and Vocollect
Sep 29, 2010
UK retailer, Sainsbury's, has added the VoiceMan MOVER Warehouse Operations application to its initial implementation of the VoiceMan middleware picking solution from VoiteQ, incorporating Vocollect Voice technology.
Psion marks its next major open innovation landmark with launch of Psion Omnii platform and first new product
Sep 29, 2010
Psion has unveiled another strategic landmark for the company, with the launch of Psion Omnii, a sophisticated, highly modular mobile computing platform.
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.
