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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Belgravium launches new 'ATEX' certified mobile computer

1 Belgravium launches new 'ATEX' certified mobile computer

Mobile Computing Solution provider Belgravium's busy start to its 30-year anniversary year continues with the launch of another innovative handheld computer.

Ortec set to showcase its latest innovations at the 2012 SITL exhibition

2 Ortec set to showcase its latest innovations at the 2012 SITL exhibition

Ortec is once again gearing up to showcase its latest product developments at this year's international SITL trade fair in Paris, France.

Graham-White does faster budgeting and reporting with Infor

3 Graham-White does faster budgeting and reporting with Infor

Infor has announced that Graham-White Manufacturing Company has implemented Infor10 Corporate Performance Management (PM10) to achieve improved budgeting and reporting through accurate, detailed planning and faster company-wide budget submissions and approvals.

Vernay selects Epicor ERP solution

4 Vernay selects Epicor ERP solution

Epicor Software Corporation has announced that Vernay has selected the next-generation enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution from Epicor as its ERP system of record across its global enterprise.

S & P Coils selects advanced SYSPRO ERP managed service solution

5 S & P Coils selects advanced SYSPRO ERP managed service solution

S & P Coil Products Ltd (SPC), manufacturer of heating and cooling equipment, has invested in a fully hosted and managed ERP solution from K3.

TouchStar Technologies launches CE Series mobile computers

6 TouchStar Technologies launches CE Series mobile computers

TouchStar's range of touch-screen computers are used in businesses and industries requiring robust field automation, including fuel distribution, on-board sales on airlines and trains, van sales and field service organisations.

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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