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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Infor drives profitability for automotive suppliers

1 Infor drives profitability for automotive suppliers

Infor, provider of business applications to mid-sized companies, has announced Infor AutoConnect, a demand management solution for suppliers in the automotive industry.

Handheld wins third consecutive 'Gazelle Company' Award, recognising continued annual sales growth

2 Handheld wins third consecutive 'Gazelle Company' Award, recognising continued annual sales growth

Since 2000, Dagens Industri (DI), the Nordic business magazine, has named the fastest-growing companies in Sweden as "Gazelle companies."

New management development programme for 2011 announced by The Manufacturing Institute

3 New management development programme for 2011 announced by The Manufacturing Institute

To further help manufacturers gain the skills they need to compete globally, the Manufacturing Management Development Programme has been developed by The Manufacturing Institute from its Professional Diploma in Manufacturing.

Exalead and Capgemini extend global partnership to provide search-based solutions

4 Exalead and Capgemini extend global partnership to provide search-based solutions

Exalead and Capgemini have announced the expansion of their partnership to a global level.

Oracle research reveals 1 billion cost of fragmented supply chains

5 Oracle research reveals 1 billion cost of fragmented supply chains

A new Oracle report, 'The Fragmented Supply Chain', reveals the huge cost to British businesses of poor information flows along supply chain operations.

InfoMedia warns developers not to write off WP7

6 InfoMedia warns developers not to write off WP7

InfoMedia Services, the mobile agency, has warned of the dangers of developers and content providers overlooking the new Windows Mobile 7 platform.

Microsoft announced as latest signing for Retail Business Technology Expo

7 Microsoft announced as latest signing for Retail Business Technology Expo

Retail Business Technology Expo the new event focusing on business solutions and technology for the retail and hospitality industries, has continued the strong momentum of attracting high profile supporters to its event with the announcement that Microsoft has signed up.

La Maison Longchamp puts style in its forecasts with TXT e-Solutions

8 La Maison Longchamp puts style in its forecasts with TXT e-Solutions

Established in Paris in 1948 by Jean Cassegrain, Longchamp is still a family-run company. The product range has considerably broadened over the years; from luggage to women's bags down to accessories.

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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