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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.
Exact Synergy for iPhone and iPad frees the mobile workforce
Jul 07, 2011
Exact, a global supplier of business software, is introducing Exact Synergy for iPhone and iPad.
Preactor APS and Sage ERP in partnership at Sage Summit
Jul 07, 2011
The Preactor Group has announced it will be presenting its range of APS solutions at the Sage Summit later this year in Washington, USA.
Swisslog and prismat enter into partnership for SAP Extended Warehouse Management
Jul 07, 2011
Swisslog and prismat, the German-based expert for SAP implementation, have decided to enter into a close partnership.
The right move: Extricom WLAN and the Kiva System MFS
Jul 07, 2011
Speed and efficiency are critical business metrics in retail distribution centres. How fast and accurately an order is fulfilled after customers click the Send button on their browser often determines whether those customers come back for more.
Integrity Print selects Epicor to aid continued growth and diversification
Jul 07, 2011
Epicor Software Corporation has announced that Integrity Print has selected Epicor's next-generation enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution to replace its legacy Management Information System (MIS) software.
Valefresh 5 a day ship quicker and faster with Zetes data capture system
Jul 07, 2011
Valefresh, the fresh produce contractor, has implemented a wireless data capture system from Zetes to optimise its packing and production processes.
Clydebuilt Solutions announces launch of new website
Jul 07, 2011
Clydebuilt Solutions Ltd has been providing quality warehouse management systems to the logistics industry for over 20 years.
Infor and Golden Gate Capital complete acquisition of Lawson Software
Jul 07, 2011
GGC Software Holdings, Inc. have announced the completion of the acquisition of Lawson Software, Inc., under the terms of the merger agreement disclosed on 26 April, 2011, effective as of 5 July, 2011.
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.
