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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.
Eagle Field Service helps Haigh Engineering's service team soar
Nov 25, 2010
Exel Computer Systems, the UK-based author and developer of the Eagle Field Service Management (FSM) system, has announced the successful roll out of Eagle at Haigh Engineering.
IBS Bookmaster takes on digital publishing
Nov 25, 2010
IBS Bookmaster has taken major steps towards the delivery of the industry's most functionally complete solution for the Digital Publishing Supply Chain, complimenting its core solution for traditional publishing and distribution processes.
Manufacturers' optimism dampened by concern over euro stability and austerity cuts, according to KPMG research
Nov 25, 2010
Global manufacturers' optimism has fallen again as the nascent global economic recovery appears to have lost its momentum, according to KPMG and Markit Economics Global Business Outlook report.
Research Paper reveals increased acceptance of Cloud ERP Solutions
Nov 25, 2010
Plex Systems, Inc. has announced the availability of a new paper from researchers at Aberdeen Group that sheds light on the acceptance of software as a service (SaaS) ERP systems.
Sales forecasting to drive S&OP
Nov 25, 2010
The driver of the Sales and Operations Planning process (S&OP) is the sales forecast. It is also in many cases the weakest link. In this article we outline some basic principles of Sales or Demand Forecasting for the S&OP process.
Global manufacturer Gilwood Fabricators selects Epicor
Nov 25, 2010
Epicor Software Corporation has announced that Gilwood Fabricators Ltd has selected the Epicor 9 next-generation enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution to run its core business unit functions.
Pharmaceutical distributor CERP Bretagne Nord decides on voice to optimise picking procedures
Nov 25, 2010
Zetes has been selected by CERP Bretagne Nord to equip its local depots with a voice solution combined with datamatrix code scanning.
Trinity Mirror Printing halves asset downtime with Infor EAM
Nov 25, 2010
Trinity Mirror Printing is the print services arm of Trinity Mirror, the UK newspaper publisher.
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.
