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.

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Are you making the most of your CRM system?

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Are you making the most of your CRM system?

By John Paterson, Chief Executive at Really Simple Systems.

Many organisations will have a CRM system in place and they will urge their employees to use it, but are they really making the most of the system? The answer for most businesses is "probably not".

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Zetes launches ZetesAthena, a cloud-based solution to centrally manage in-store operations of multi-branch retailers

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Zetes launches ZetesAthena, a cloud-based solution to centrally manage in-store operations of multi-branch retailers

Zetes has launched ZetesAthena, its in-store management solution for the retail industry. Zetes Athena not only helps retailers to manage typical in-store operations efficiently, but enables them to do so centrally due to its cloud-based approach.

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Ahmad Tea brews a perfect warehouse blend with Infor

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Ahmad Tea brews a perfect warehouse blend with Infor

Infor has announced that Ahmad Tea of London, an international tea company, has deployed Infor SCE to manage its 10,000 pallet warehouse in the Emirate of Ras al Khaimah, UAE.

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Reliable Manufacturing at Softsols Agility Roadshow

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Reliable Manufacturing at Softsols Agility Roadshow

Software provider, Softsols Group has announced Andrew Fraser, Managing Director of Reliable Manufacturing as guest speaker for its next Agility roadshow event at Crowne Plaza Hotel, Heathrow on Wednesday 12th June 2013.

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BizSlate selected as a 2013 Top 100 Supply Chain Project by SDCEXEC

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BizSlate selected as a 2013 Top 100 Supply Chain Project by SDCEXEC

BizSlate Inc. has been selected as a winner of Supply & Demand Chain Executive's Top 100 Supply Chain Projects for 2013. BizSlate is recognised for providing SMBs with innovative tools they require in order to substantially improve supply chain efficiency and accuracy.

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Efficient fleet management with the new TREK series from Advantech-DLoG

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Efficient fleet management with the new TREK series from Advantech-DLoG

Reducing fleet costs while enhancing productivity: GPS-based fleet management solutions from Advantech-DLoG transmit real-time data on the vehicle, load, or shipment – securely and in an easy-to-understand format.

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Addressing the need for standardisation and best practices in Big Data

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Addressing the need for standardisation and best practices in Big Data

Industry leaders from the mobile advertising community will gather in Dublin this June to attend a Big Data seminar, hosted by the Open Mobile Alliance (OMA).

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Deckers Outdoor Corporation selects GT Nexus for end-to-end supply chain visibilty platform

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Deckers Outdoor Corporation selects GT Nexus for end-to-end supply chain visibilty platform

GT Nexus has announced that footwear provider Deckers Outdoor Corporation has selected the GT Nexus platform to enhance supplier collaboration and obtain visibility into the movement of products and payments from order through delivery and settlement.

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hybris announces integration with SAP at Sapphire NOW 2013

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hybris announces integration with SAP at Sapphire NOW 2013

hybris, the commerce platform provider, has announced that the hybris Commerce Suite can now be fully integrated with SAP and is available on the hybris Extend marketplace (http://www.hybris.com/en/partners/hybris-extend).

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Valogix wins NetSuite Supply Chain Management Partner of the Year 2013 Award

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Valogix wins NetSuite Supply Chain Management Partner of the Year 2013 Award

Valogix LLC, provider of advanced, web-based inventory planning and optimisation solutions, has been awarded the NetSuite Supply Chain Management Partner of the Year Award.

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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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