Epicor Software Corporation has announced that Romanian manufacturer Dexion Storage Solutions will implement its Epicor 9 next-generation enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution.
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.
ERP Research Report available from Plex Systems
May 05, 2011
Plex Systems, Inc., provider of Plex Online, Cloud ERP for manufacturers, has announced the availability of an analyst report titled "To ERP or Not to ERP: For Manufacturers It Isn't Even a Question."
FP McCann meets EDI mandate deadlines through Wesupply
May 05, 2011
FP McCann, a company within the UK building and civil engineering sectors, moved to Wesupply's OneTime EDI solution to meet stringent deadlines for complying with customer EDI mandates.
Del Monte Foods expands business with GT Nexus
May 05, 2011
GT Nexus has announced that Del Monte Foods has enhanced the capabilities of its global supply chain operating platform a cloud-based technology service delivered on the GT Nexus trade and logistics platform.
Ortec presents webinar on Inventory Routing as the way forward
May 05, 2011
Can emerging trends in distribution, inventory management and collaboration improve your value chain optimisation?
UK manufacturing expansion slowed further in April, as weaker domestic market subdued order book growth
May 05, 2011
According to Markit/CIPS UK Manufacturing PMI UK manufacturing PMI eased to seven-month low of 54.6; growth of total new orders slowed sharply while exports increased at faster pace; and output price inflation remained close to March's series-record peak.
BASF selects Barloworld SCS Supply Chain Modelling Software
May 05, 2011
Global chemical company, BASF, has selected Barloworld Supply Chain Software's CAST supply chain modelling product to assist in rationalising its distribution facilities on a Europe-wide scale.
K3 Managed Services solves Coleman Milne network infrastructure problems
May 05, 2011
Coleman Milne is an established specialist vehicle company that is located in Bolton, Lancashire. The company provides a range of customised vehicles, which are competitively priced, economical to operate and of a quality appropriate to their function.
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.
