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.
1 Aug 28, 2013 Critical Issues, Process
By Erik Johnson, Vice-President, Technology Strategy, Epicor Software Corporation.
How much thought have you given recently to the role your ERP system plays in enabling your customer experience initiatives? When you implemented the system efficiency, scheduling, and getting more flexibility were probably on the list of goals, but not necessarily customer experience, even though it is impacted by all the other goals.
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2 Aug 28, 2013 Manufacturing, High Tech
Invensys, supplier of industrial software, systems and control equipment to the world's major industries, has released its Wonderware InTouch Access Anywhere software solution.
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3 Aug 28, 2013 Transport Management, Retail
In light of recently revealed insurance scams, including a staged "crash for cash" coach incident on the M57 involving 30 passengers, telematics are being highlighted as the way forward in countering bogus insurance claims.
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4 Aug 28, 2013 Forecasting, Process, Planning
The difference between good optimisation and great optimisation can run to millions of dollars in savings.
Dramatic improvements across KPIs – even in enterprises that are already industry leaders – are possible with effective optimisation.
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5 Aug 28, 2013 Warehouse Management, Food and Beverages
Fegans Foodservice is the latest wholesaler to invest in BCP's Accord Web Ordering solution, joining other BCP clients like Creed Foodservice, Thomas Ridley Foodservice and Pedigree Wholesale.
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6 Aug 28, 2013 Exhibitions and Events, Food and Beverages
When does planning become scheduling? (And vice versa), and how do you integrate the two for seamless planning performance? This webinar considers best practice in integrated planning and scheduling, and uses FuturMaster software to illustrate the benefits of a seamless approach.
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7 Aug 28, 2013 Supply Chain, Process
AEB (International) Ltd has been selected by export market management company Tudor Rose International to implement its comprehensive supply chain management solution ASSIST4 for logistics execution and control.
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8 Aug 28, 2013 Voice, Retail
Touchstar Technologies, provider of Enterprise Mobile Computing Solutions to the warehousing and logistics markets, has announced its appointment as a Total Solution Provider (TSP) by Vocollect, the Voice-enabled solutions provider for mobile workers
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9 Aug 28, 2013 Warehouse Management, Process
Ruckus Wireless, Inc. has announced that its ZoneFlex Smart Wi-Fi products and technologies have been selected by Katoen Natie, one of the most popular global, value-added logistics providers, to support its warehousing operations worldwide.
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10 Aug 28, 2013 Print and Label, Retail
Datamax-O'Neil has launched two new PrintPAD integrated printing systems: The PrintPADs MC65 and MC67 combine Datamax-O'Neil's microFlash 4te printer with Motorola Solutions' MC65 and MC67 mobile computers in a robust and compact cradle.
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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.