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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.
Vanderlande Industries order intake increases by 40%
Jul 12, 2012
Vanderlande Industries - automated material handling systems- achieved an order intake of EUR 713 million in financial year 2012 (ending 31 March 2012), an increase of 40% over the preceding year.
UK manufacturing firms getting the raw deal with late payments, survey finds
Jul 12, 2012
Businesses in UK manufacturing are waiting longer than any other sector to get paid by their buyers, according to a report by trade credit insurer Atradius. The company's recent Payment Practices Barometer revealed that during the first quarter of 2012 the manufacturing sector waited on average 32.4 of days to be paid, whereas the financial sector had the lowest average wait, at just 19.3 days.
HP to license inkjet printer technology to Handheld Group for solutions targeting logistics industry
Jul 12, 2012
HP has entered into an agreement with Handheld Group to develop and sell printing products worldwide for the logistics industry based on HP's thermal inkjet print cartridges.
Sato's TH2 label printer meets new European law on food traceability
Jul 12, 2012
Sato, the barcode printing, labelling and EPC/RFID solutions provider, has announced that its TH2 label printer enables food manufacturers to comply with the latest requirements brought by a new European law on food traceability.
Microlise adds Incident Data Recorder option to its Fleet Performance solution
Jul 12, 2012
Microlise has launched an enhancement to its Telematics solution to provide a higher level of detail to help understand driver actions in the event of a driving incident or accident.
Integration Point selected as a Top 100 Logistics IT Provider for 2012 by Inbound Logistics
Jul 12, 2012
Integration Point, a provider of global trade management and trade compliance solutions, has been recognised as a Top 100 Logistics IT Provider for the fifth consecutive year by Inbound Logistics.
Datalogic ADC's mobile computers instrumental in remote medical inventory process savings
Jul 12, 2012
Keeping track of dozens of medical devices dispersed throughout a hospital is no easy task. Now, imagine having to do this at 800 hospitals in the US and abroad. Such is the case for AngioScore Inc., the manufacturer of a balloon catheter used in treating arterial disease.
Successful office launch in Paris for Barloworld Supply Chain Software
Jul 12, 2012
An exclusive recent event in Paris celebrated the launch of the new Barloworld SCS office in France, which the company says will help to enhance its service levels within the French market.
Britannia Living invests in Eagle Service Management from Exel
Jul 12, 2012
Exel, the UK software author of business management solutions, has announced a major business win with Britannia Living Ltd., the distributor of premium kitchen appliances in the UK.
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.
