In just six months, distributor IMP is seeing productivity and efficiency improvements having installed NetSuite fully integrated cloud-based ERP from supply chain IT specialist BalloonOne.
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.
Teletrac selected to Best Telematics Solution for Commercial Vehicles shortlist
May 02, 2013
Teletrac has announced that its commercial telematics solution has made the shortlist for the Best Telematics Solution for Commercial Vehicles for the third year in a row by Telematics Update, a respected association within the fleet tracking industry.
Cremer implements Infor solutions and sees major benefits in its operations
May 02, 2013
Infor has announced that Cremer, a company specialising in the manufacture and distribution of supplies for the health market, has implemented several Infor business software solutions.
VoiteQ continues to grow with appointment of UK Sales Manager
May 02, 2013
Richard Tadman has joined VoiteQ, the UK supplier of Voice-Directed Warehouse solutions. With extensive IT solutions experience, Tadman will head up the company's business development, account management and pre-sales teams to further build on VoiteQ's mission to supply the best customer-service and increase its presence in the Voice market.
Kronos launches KronosLIVE World Tour
May 02, 2013
Kronos Incorporated has launched a 28-city world tour of KronosLIVE, a seminar series that invites tens of thousands of Kronos customers to experience workforce innovation and maximise their use of Kronos workforce management solutions.
Barcoding, Inc. acquires Miles Technologies, Inc. to increase Central US presence and expand RFID capabilities
May 02, 2013
Barcoding, Inc. has completed the acquisition of Miles Technologies, Inc., in order to increase its presence in the central region of the US and expand its radio frequency identification (RFID) capabilities.
CargoWise Cloud Delivery keeps business lean and agile
May 02, 2013
CargoWise has announced that Austrian-headquartered freight forwarder ACS Logistics is adopting ediEnterprise, delivered through the WiseCloud hosting platform to form a strategic pillar of the company's ambitious expansion plans.
Broner's MES and Integrated scheduling solution goes live at Sahaviriya Steel Industries UK
May 02, 2013
Broner Metals Solutions, worldwide specialist provider of integrated MES, supply chain and scheduling solutions for metals announces its MES and Scheduling modules have been put in production at the Teesside steel operations of Sahaviriya Steel Industries UK (SSI UK).
Davies & Robson helps Rettig maintain 'best in class' transport operation
May 02, 2013
Logistics consultancy, Davies & Robson has completed a successful transport review and tender process for manufacturer, Rettig (UK).
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.
