A national survey has revealed that manufacturers are braver than the national average when it comes to delivering bad news face-to-face, rather than by email, text, or instant message.
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.
Are you an experienced Account Manager looking to join a winning team?
Sep 19, 2013
Zetes is an international leader in the provision of technology solutions which transform supply chain and logistics processes. The company is currently seeking an ambitious, commercially astute, Key Account Manager (Manufacturing Sector) to join its growing sales team and nurture and develop an impressive portfolio of major UK manufacturing accounts.
PTV xServer 1.17: more features, more fun
Sep 19, 2013
Version 1.17 of the PTV xServer offers users many new features, e.g. for calculating the French ecotaxe, vehicle profiles in XML format or planning overnight trips.
New TomTom device enables easy access to vehicle information via smartphone
Sep 19, 2013
TomTom Business Solutions will launch a new device to enable a smartphone to connect to real-time vehicle and driving information.
UK & Ireland SAP User Group announces 2013 Annual Conference
Sep 19, 2013
The UK & Ireland SAP User Group, an independent voice that represents the SAP user community, is holding its annual conference at the ICC Birmingham, between 24 and 26 November 2013.
TouchStar Technologies and PODFather sign Partnership Agreement
Sep 19, 2013
PODFather has signed a Partnership Agreement with TouchStar Technologies, a manufacturer of rugged mobile computing devices and provider of solutions for vehicle tracking & telematics.
Socket Mobile starts shipping attachable barcode scanner for Apple iPhone
Sep 19, 2013
Socket Mobile, Inc. has announced that its manufacturing operations have begun shipping the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) Series 8, a fast, commercial-grade barcode scanner that is small and thin and can be attached to the Apple iPhone, iPod touch or other devices to provide a one-handed scanning solution.
Wi-Fi wake-up call: Hotel Wi-Fi is second only to a comfortable bed
Sep 19, 2013
iPass Inc., provider of mobile services for enterprises and telecom service providers, has published its Q3 Mobile Workforce Report. According to the report, mobile workers around the globe ranked, in order of importance, hotel Wi-Fi, as second only to having a comfortable bed.
Chorus New Zealand takes Apptricity Smartfleet field service concept global
Sep 19, 2013
Apptricity has alongside partners ng Connect by Alcatel-Lucent and Chorus, the largest telecommunications infrastructure company in the country of New Zealand, developed a fleet management service concept that promises to revolutionize services industries across the globe.
Epson is awarded PC Pro award
Sep 19, 2013
Epson has been presented with a prestigious award from PC Pro at a recent Excellence Awards held at The Cinnamon Club in London. The Epson product recognised by PC Pro was the Epson WorkForce WF-3530DTWF, named as the 'Business Product of the Year'.
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.
