The manufacturing sector is benefiting from a more supportive environment. Over the past three years there has been a slow but steady decrease in the number of administrations.
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.
Swisslog secures major order from Slovenia
Aug 09, 2012
Krka, a manufacturer of generic pharmaceuticals based in Slowenia, has commissioned Swisslog to design and implement an automated high-bay warehouse. The order value amounts to approximately MEUR 18 (approx. MCHF 22).
Supply chain analysis tool launches to improve efficiency
Aug 09, 2012
Independent supply chain consultant, Total Logistics, is harnessing expertise gained from over 1,000 projects across 35 countries to launch a supply chain performance improvement tool for companies worldwide.
Fragmented mobile payments market will lead to its demise, warns paythru
Aug 09, 2012
According to KPMG, mobile payments are set to reach £591 billion by 2015. Businesses have been quick to respond with Google Wallet, Barclays' Pingit and PayPal's InStore app coming into the fore.
New software helps optimise tax in the global supply chain
Aug 09, 2012
Businesses can operate at a lower cost by identifying the tax optimal supply chain using new CAST Aurora software, according to Barloworld Supply Chain Software (SCS).
Nebraska Furniture Mart selects Logility Voyager Solutions to support expansion and profitable growth
Aug 09, 2012
Logility Inc. has announced that Nebraska Furniture Mart, a complete one-stop home furnishings retailer, serving Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and soon Dallas-Fort Worth, has selected Logility Voyager Solutions to help the company plan for and manage its growth into new markets.
Tharo Systems EasyLabel 5 Features GS1 Barcode Wizard!
Aug 09, 2012
Tharo Systems' EasyLabel 5's GS1 Barcode Wizard makes creating GS1 Barcodes a simple 4-step process. EasyLabel features two GS1 wizards: GS1 Datamatrix and GS1 Databar. This is said to make it easy to create GS1 symbols composed of multiple application identifiers that conform to GS1 global standards.
India power failures raise questions about supply chain exposures
Aug 09, 2012
The recent prolonged and widespread power failures suffered in Northern India have highlighted the potential exposures to businesses which rely on offshore outsourcing to deliver key services to their customers worldwide.
Kamal Osman Jamjoom Group LLC uses Oracle Retail Stores solutions to improve customer experience
Aug 09, 2012
Kamal Osman Jamjoom Group LLC, the multi-channel retailer in the Middle East, is using Oracle Retail Point-of-Service and Oracle Retail Store Inventory Management to optimise store operations and improve customer experiences across its 500-plus stores in the region.
Barcoding, Inc. announces Agenda for 2nd Annual Executive Forum
Aug 09, 2012
Barcoding, Inc. has announced the agenda for the 2nd Annual Executive Forum: Accelerating the Supply Chain with Barcoding and RFID, presented in conjunction with Motorola Solutions, Zebra Technologies, and Verizon.
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.
