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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PSI awarded important steel contract from Krakatau Steel in Indonesia

1 PSI awarded important steel contract from Krakatau Steel in Indonesia

PSI has been awarded by Krakatau Steel in Indonesia to implement the highly scalable production management system PSImetals as a core solution for flat steel production.

Sage One launches API and sets out bold online vision for UK businesses

2 Sage One launches API and sets out bold online vision for UK businesses

Business software and services provider Sage has launched an Application Programming Interface (API) for its flagship suite of online services for small businesses, Sage One.

Plex Systems releases IntelliPlex, now accessible within Plex Online to manage BI reports on-demand

3 Plex Systems releases IntelliPlex, now accessible within Plex Online to manage BI reports on-demand

Plex Systems Inc., has announced the release of IntelliPlex, a business-intelligence (BI) application that enables corporate executives to easily analyse customer and business information stored in their Plex ERP database and create reports anytime, anywhere to assist them in managing, forecasting and planning.

Poor economic climate drives focus on supply chain efficiency

4 Poor economic climate drives focus on supply chain efficiency

According to the latest annual Kewill shipping survey, supply chain efficiency is firmly in the spotlight as companies aim to drive greater operational efficiency in challenging economic conditions, but there are still significant barriers to change.

Rodda's selects Emerge IT

5 Rodda's selects Emerge IT

Rodda's may have been crafting clotted cream in the same way since 1890, but today's business would be unrecognisable to founder Eliza Jane Rodda.

Lots to see at Logistics Link South 2013

6 Lots to see at Logistics Link South 2013

This year’s Logistics Link South, which takes place Tuesday 12th and Wednesday 13th February in Sandown Park, Esher has plenty of fresh new content to ensure visitors get 2013 off to a great start by discovering the latest innovations to streamline their operations.

Prohire chooses Jamma to deliver improved customer management reporting and operating efficiencies

7 Prohire chooses Jamma to deliver improved customer management reporting and operating efficiencies

Improved management reporting and operational efficiencies are among the benefits that contract hire and repair and maintenance specialist Prohire and its customers have realised from implementation of Jaama's Internet-based software system.

Jaguar Freight Services relocates to refurbished former Elizabeth Arden factory in Acton, London

8 Jaguar Freight Services relocates to refurbished former Elizabeth Arden factory in Acton, London

Jaguar Freight Services has relocated its London-based European Centre of Operational Excellence (COE) to the completely refurbished former Elizabeth Arden factory in Acton, London – a location made famous in pop culture by Elvis Costello, who worked there during the 1970s.

Dematic delivers for Tesco home grocery delivery

9 Dematic delivers for Tesco home grocery delivery

Dematic has provided Tesco with an automated materials picking and handling system for Tesco's 120,000 square foot grocery fulfilment centre located in Enfield

Retailers can now 'scale and flex' the number of PoS tills connected to their retail management system according to demand

10 Retailers can now 'scale and flex' the number of PoS tills connected to their retail management system according to demand

Davidson Richards, a Microsoft European RMS development partner, has announced a new 'scale and flex' facility for OpSuite, its Cloud-based retail solution.

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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