Handheld Group, manufacturer of rugged PDAs, smartphones and mobile devices, has made several new top appointments to strengthen the organisation of its management and sales for continued global growth.
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.
Honeywell launches next generation hybrid bioptic scanner
Dec 19, 2012
Honeywell has introduced the Stratos 2700 bioptic scanner, equipped with hybrid architecture designed for retailers seeking to maximise their investment, increase customer throughput and reduce checkout loss.
Peninsula Beverage Company satisfies thirst for Coca-Cola products with Logility Voyager Solutions
Dec 19, 2012
Logility Inc. has announced Peninsula Beverage Company (PenBev), one of South Africa's bottlers and distributors of Coca-Cola products, has achieved impressive results following its implementation of Logility Voyager Solutions.
SITL Logistics Solutions 2013 to highlight supply chain collaboration
Dec 19, 2012
SITL Logistics Solutions will bring together transport and logistics specialists from 26 to 28 March 2013 in Paris Nord Villepinte, near Paris (France).
The New Lynx PDA empowers the workforce in the store and in the field
Dec 19, 2012
Datalogic ADC has announced the Lynx PDA, a compact and ergonomic device that empowers the workforce to perform applications in the store and in the field with enhanced agility.
Gieves & Hawkes cuts costs and boosts sales with business software
Dec 19, 2012
Established more than 240 years ago in 1771, Savile Row tailor Gieves & Hawkes currently holds three royal warrants.
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.
