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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Agentrics launches new Product Lifecycle Management software

1 Agentrics launches new Product Lifecycle Management software

Agentrics has launched a new Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software to help retailers and manufacturers overcome the complexity in managing an increasing number of product launches and own-label products in the business.

9th 3PL Summit USA

2 9th 3PL Summit USA

eyefortransport's 9th 3PL Summit, co-located with the Chief Supply Chain Officer Forum, form an ideal meeting place for senior supply chain executives on the one hand, and the CEOs of the largest 3PLs on the other.

Tharo Systems' EasyLabel 5 Includes Tools For FDA 21 CFR Part 11 Compliance!

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With the release of EasyLabel 5 Platinum, Tharo Systems, Inc. is providing a collection of tools for FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance.

5th North American 3PL Awards

4 5th North American 3PL Awards

Each year the eyefortransport 3PL Awards aim to recognise those 3PLs that continuously deliver excellence in logistics operations and superior service to their customers.

2nd Chief Supply Chain Officer Forum

5 2nd Chief Supply Chain Officer Forum

The Chief Supply Chain Officer Forum is the most elite gathering of the Heads of North America's Best-in-Class supply chains.

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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