Hall & Woodhouse (H&W) might be regarded foremost as a brewer and pub operator, but at the core of its business is its property portfolio of over 350 assets.
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.
Two in three UK workers not adhering to IT policies
Oct 20, 2011
According to a new report published by Mitel (Nasdaq:MITL), provider of unified communications software solutions, UK IT departments are struggling to accommodate insatiable end-user demands.
Wireless Local Area Networking Overview...a white paper from Intermec Technologies
Oct 20, 2011
Enterprise operations have come to depend on WLAN for everyday business operations whether in the warehouse, over carpeted space, or on the road at available hotspots. Wi-Fi is simply everywhere. Intermec has been involved with 802.11 since its inception and understands the demanding requirements of using Wi-Fi for business operations.
Hanson Logistics selects Calidus for Warehouse Management
Oct 20, 2011
OBS Logistics today announced that its Calidus Warehouse Management System (WMS) has been selected by Huddersfield-based Hanson Logistics, which has extensive warehousing and transportation operations throughout the north of England.
Vertical Solutions, Inc. partners with Pervasive Software to simplify CRM-to-ERP integration
Oct 20, 2011
Vertical Solutions, Inc. (VSI) has announced that its service management and CRM/contact centre solutions now integrate directly with the Pervasive Software Inc. data integration platform, Pervasive Data Integrator.
Mobexx offers new rugged customisable 7-inch tablet PC
Oct 20, 2011
Mobexx has extended its 7-inch tablet computer range with the new ARMOR X7 compact rugged tablet computer from DRS Tactical Systems, Inc., a business unit of DRS Technologies, Inc. Designed and engineered to operate reliably in extreme environments, this fully rugged tablet is manufactured to military standards.
IBP outsources its EDI to Wesupply
Oct 20, 2011
The IBP Group, the plumbing fittings systems provider, has moved to Wesupply's OneTime EDI platform for a fully-managed electronic trading service that allows the real-time exchange of critical business documents with its customers.
Multi-modal Voice system at Pallas Foods drives operational efficiency
Oct 20, 2011
Pallas Foods will introduce a new warehouse automation system in several stages over the next six months to help increase efficiency and productivity in its warehouse operations and ultimately to improve customer value.
Warehousing for AX (WAX) Solution meets high volume demand of transportation and warehousing company
Oct 20, 2011
Software development and solutions firm Blue Horseshoe has now completed the implementation of Warehousing for AX (WAX) for Biagi Bros. in two additional Napa, Calif. locations.
Sato releases White Paper on track & trace solutions for the healthcare & pharmaceutical industries
Oct 20, 2011
Counterfeit drugs entering the supply chain is a growing problem around the world causing the erosion of bottom lines for many pharmaceutical companies.
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.
