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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K3 AX gets saucy with ERP Systems

1 K3 AX gets saucy with ERP Systems

Lucky sauce and seasoning purveyors will be receiving a gift in the post this month, courtesy of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) specialists K3 AX.

Datalogic wins over Conad and Bennet's clientele

2 Datalogic wins over Conad and Bennet's clientele

The Datalogic Group, the Automatic Data Capture and Industrial Automation solutions provider, has signed two self-shopping agreements with the Italian retail giants Conad Adriatico and Bennet, through its controlled company, Datalogic ADC.

IBS hires new chief executive officer

3 IBS hires new chief executive officer

International Business Systems (IBS), a top global integrated ERP and supply chain provider, has named Doug Braun, a former RedPrairie executive with more than 30 years of supply chain experience, as chief executive officer.

Cardinal Maritime continues growth with LocateIT WMS

4 Cardinal Maritime continues growth with LocateIT WMS

Global Freight Forwarding company, Cardinal Maritime, have selected LocateIT WMS and its associated ScanIT wireless processes, from Clydebuilt Business Solutions Ltd, to allow the company to further enhance its 'value added' warehousing in line with its specialist 3PL status.

Print barcode and RFID labels using XML

5 Print barcode and RFID labels using XML

Tharo Systems, Inc. provides an easy solution for printing barcode and RFID labels using XML (Extensible Markup Language) enabled enterprise systems.

Paragon adds new traffic restriction information to its Planning Pack for the Olympics

6 Paragon adds new traffic restriction information to its Planning Pack for the Olympics

Paragon Software Systems has updated its free special Planning Pack for companies scheduling deliveries during the Olympic and Paralympic games.

Barloworld Supply Chain Software opens new office in France

7 Barloworld Supply Chain Software opens new office in France

Global supply chain planning company, Barloworld Supply Chain Software (Barloworld SCS) is opening a new office in Paris, France on 20 June to help enhance local service levels.

M-commerce fuels next generation fulfilment systems for last mile

8 M-commerce fuels next generation fulfilment systems for last mile

By Andrew Southgate, managing director, Zetes.

It is an interesting, albeit challenging time to be working in retail logistics. Together with difficult trading conditions, the proliferation of mobile devices - smartphones, tablets and the ubiquity of wireless technology - is forcing a shift in the way consumers expect to interact with brands and buy goods.

Remnants and part picking efficiency vital for Recol Engineering

9 Remnants and part picking efficiency vital for Recol Engineering

Remnant and part picking capabilities of the sheet metal CAD/CAM software, Radan, play a vital role in helping an engineering subcontractor get maximum efficiency from their CNC machines.

Customers embrace new sales effectiveness paradigm with SAP Sales OnDemand solution

10 Customers embrace new sales effectiveness paradigm with SAP Sales OnDemand solution

Global customers such as 3M and Optimal Solutions are seeing the results of a new sales-effectiveness approach with a cloud solution from SAP AG.

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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