The US-Korea (KORUS) Free Trade Agreement went into effect on 15 March 2012, after years of discussions between the two governments.
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.
Integration Point customers reap KORUS benefits within hours of trade agreement enforcement
Mar 28, 2012
Eurotech announces SekuPLATE, licence plate recognition systems for security and surveillance applications
Mar 28, 2012
Eurotech has announced the launch of SekuPLATE, a new family of IP-based licence plate recognition systems that target demanding security and surveillance applications where intelligent association of vehicles and permission rights is needed.
Continental tires drive safely thanks to Datalogic
Mar 28, 2012
Tires tracking and traceability is a primary need for all tire manufacturers as well for Continental Tire, a leader in tire production.
Scott Hamilton, Columbus, publishes food products manufacturing book
Mar 28, 2012
Columbus has announced the publishing of Food Products Manufacturing using Microsoft Dynamics AX. The latest book by Columbus senior consultant and author Scott Hamilton discusses the details for maximising Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 in food product businesses.
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.
