Zebra Technologies Corporation has announced the addition of iMZ220 and iMZ320 to its portfolio of mobile printers.
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.
Zebra Technologies adds 'Made for iPhone' certified printers to mobile printer portfolio
Mar 07, 2013
Exel invites you to a half-day ERP overview
Mar 07, 2013
Exel events will demonstrate how its business system, EFACS E/8 redefines the way a business software solution operates within an organisation, by combining high levels of corporate-wide functionality with rapid implementation times and lower cost of ownership.
Webcast: The Practical Approach to S&OP
Mar 07, 2013
Sales and operations planning (S&OP) is a collaborative and cross-functional business process that aligns an organisation around a single sales, inventory, supply and distribution plan.
ediTRACK predicts increased demand for ethical trading compliance and auditing software after horse-meat fiasco
Mar 07, 2013
Supply chain management software provider ediTRACK is predicting an upsurge in demand for solutions that enhance supply chain traceability.
Cloud computing provides key for food manufacturers seeking provenance guarantees
Mar 07, 2013
By Marcel Kars is Senior VP Sales and Marketing at Zetes.
The recent food fraud scandal, which is affecting producers and retailers of many meat-based ready meals, perfectly illustrates the dilemma facing food manufacturers as they seek to offset rising costs with the need to operate a sustainable business.
Rostra accelerates industry-specific automotive processes with Infor
Mar 07, 2013
Infor has announced that Rostra, a Czech automotive supplier, uses Infor SyteLine as an IT platform for formerly non-integrated production and procurement processes. Thanks to this, the company has accelerated its response to customer requirements in the very competitive automotive segment.
Salop Design and Engineering ensures health & safety compliance with Avigilon HD surveillance system
Mar 07, 2013
Avigilon has announced that Salop Design and Engineering Limited, one the UK's leading manufacturers of metal pressings and assemblies for the automotive, domestic appliances, and construction industries has deployed the Avigilon high-definition surveillance system to ensure health and safety compliance and protect its investment in equipment and materials.
Roundtable for small manufacturing firms reveals 'business as usual' no longer exists
Mar 07, 2013
A roundtable of small businesses involved in design and manufacturing has uncovered the pressure these companies are under to constantly evolve to meet changing market conditions. "If we stand still we will go out of business," said one attendee. Business consultant Nina Dar, who attended the event, agreed saying that the world was going through 'a third industrial revolution' and businesses needed to find new ways to bring together and share fragmented global knowledge to stay ahead of market developments.
Calidus WMS optimises hazchem warehousing and distribution for Hanson Logistics
Mar 07, 2013
Third-party logistics specialist Hanson Logistics is benefiting from standard off-the-shelf wireless warehouse management software from OBS Logistics.
TouchStar Technologies helps Alan R Jones achieve total stock and delivery transparency
Mar 07, 2013
TouchStar Technologies has announced that Alan R Jones, the multi-award winning pallet delivery and logistics service provider, have rolled out their SX-300 mobile data capture devices which will be used as part of their digital signature capture 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.
