Our reliance on technology in the workplace has led to nine new postures such as the "strunch", the "cocoon," and the "swipe" which frequently cause pain and long-term injuries, disrupting concentration and creativity.
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.
Internet Wine Distributor Eliminates Warehouse Inefficiencies with 3PL WMS
Mar 28, 2013
Accellos, provider of supply chain execution software solutions, has issued a case study of AccellosOne Enterprise 3PL (Third Party Logistics) warehouse management customer Europa Worldwide Logistics, located in the UK.
TomTom opens up its fleet management technology to integrated mobile applications
Mar 28, 2013
TomTom has extended the integration possibilities for its fleet management solution to help companies manage their mobile operations more efficiently.
Automotive industry still has great potential for savings
Mar 28, 2013
The European automotive industry still has considerable potential for savings. Alone in the area of transportation logistics, companies can save up to nine per cent of their costs, according to logistics provider Global Supply Chain Solutions (G-SCS).
A fresh new start in March: PTV Navigator 8 for Android
Mar 28, 2013
Android systems exhibiting a very favourable price-performance ratio are emerging on the logistics market.
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.
