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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.
Saint-Gobain BV enhances accounts payable operations with Palette
Sep 12, 2013
Saint-Gobain BV, distributor of building materials, has deployed an advanced, web-based invoice automation solution from enterprise purchase-to-pay specialist Palette, to enhance its accounts payable operations across the Netherlands.
Waterco goes global with Epicor next-generation ERP
Sep 12, 2013
Epicor Software Corporation has announced that Waterco, an Australian-based manufacturer and distributor, has selected the Epicor enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution to improve processes across global operations and to support growth in multiple regions.
Datamax-O'Neil appoints Jan Mariën Product Manager EMEA
Sep 12, 2013
Datamax-O'Neil, manufacturer of stationary, vehicle mount, portable label and receipt printers, has named Jan Mariën as Product Manager EMEA.
Top UK motoring organisation the RAC offers new service using PTV software
Sep 12, 2013
British Motoring Organisation RAC Ltd has integrated PTV Group technology into a new telematics service for its members.
Intermec strengthens industrial printer portfolio with new mid-range label printer
Sep 12, 2013
Intermec, Inc. has announced the PM23c, a new 2” mid-range industrial printing solution and an extension of Intermec’s PM43 and PM43c printer platform.
Govert Hamers to be the new CEO at Vanderlande Industries
Sep 12, 2013
Effective 1 January 2014, Govert Hamers has been appointed as President and CEO at Vanderlande Industries. He will succeed Peter Gerretse.
ARC Advisory Group ranks Manhattan Associates as leading Supplier of 'Total WMS Software and Services'
Sep 12, 2013
Supply Chain Commerce solutions provider Manhattan Associates has announced its ranking as the leading Supplier of 'Total WMS Software and Services' in ARC Advisory Group's Warehouse Management Systems Global Market Research Study, Market Analysis and Forecast Through 2017.
HoMedics takes efficiency improvements off the scale with Infor
Sep 12, 2013
Infor, provider of business application software serving more than 70,000 customers, has announced that HoMedics, a distributor of consumer products, will extend its investment in Infor applications with a deployment of Infor Demand Planning.
Marquis selects Quintiq SCP&O platform to improve crude oil delivery logistics
Sep 12, 2013
Quintiq, the supply chain planning and optimisation (SCP&O) solutions provider, has announced that Marquis, Inc. is rolling out Quintiq 5.0 across its crude oil business.
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.
