Recent trading figures from John Lewis have confirmed its position as a highly successful, multichannel retailer.
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.
Even more to see as Logistics Link Live joins Subcon 2011 at NEC
Apr 21, 2011
This year's Logistics Link Live show taking place 8-9 June 2011 at the NEC, has even more to offer visitors with more new features, attractions and live displays.
Psion partners with BCP to bring leading Accord voice directed warehouse management system to wider audience
Apr 21, 2011
Psion has announced that BCP (Business Computer Projects Ltd) has joined its UK Partner Programme as a Gold Partner.
Ideal Stelrad joins Wesupply's 'intelligent' B2B platform
Apr 21, 2011
Ideal Stelrad has selected Wesupply's OneTime EDI solution to deliver a fully-managed electronic trading service for the exchange of orders, invoices, acknowledgements and advanced shipment notices (ASNs).
Maas International opts for the All-in-One solution from Sigmax and Ortec
Apr 21, 2011
Maas International BV, supplier of food and drinks vending machines, is set to equip its 800 technicians with Sigmax's Field Mobility Suite, which is the next generation of mobile solutions for field service organizations.
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.
