When it came to updating its long-serving EFACS Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system from Exel Computer Systems, high-tech company, Newall, chose to invest in the latest version of EFACS – but not for the reasons you might expect.
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.
Transporeon unveils new Android app for real-time tracking
Mar 27, 2014
Transporeon will present Mobile Order Management to industry professionals for the first time at Multimodal in Birmingham 29th April- 1st May 2014 .
Airclic named 2014 Customer Value Leadership Award for Mobile Supply Chain Management by Frost & Sullivan
Mar 27, 2014
Airclic has been selected as the winner of Frost & Sullivan's prestigious 2014 Customer Value Leadership Award for Mobile Supply Chain Management (MSCM) in North America.
Manufacturing and Logistics IT Magazine launches NEWS App
Mar 27, 2014
The leading specialist supply chain IT solutions magazine has launched a new App delivering the very latest articles to your mobile device.
The Manufacturing & Logistics News App has live feeds from LogisticsIT.com and the material handling website LogisticsHandling.com. There are also links to the digital issues of the magazine and a live feed from the Blog zone on LogisticsIT.
L’Occitane uses Yourcegid Retail to manage more than 1,000 stores worldwide
Mar 27, 2014
L'Occitane, the brand specialising in pure and natural cosmetics and perfumes, chose Yourcegid Retail software to fuel its international expansion and manage its network of stores worldwide.
Logility introduces Logility Voyager Integrated Business Planning
Mar 27, 2014
Logility Inc. has unveiled Logility Voyager Integrated Business Planning. Attendees at Connections 2014, Logility's customer conference, were treated to a sneak peak of this next generation sales and operations planning (S&OP) solution.
Companies relying on ERP for supply chain visibility fall short of goals for the extended supply chain
Mar 27, 2014
GT Nexus has announced the availability of a new report conducted by Supply Chain Insights indicating that despite the explosion of global outsourcing and increased efforts to automate the extended supply chain, the focus of most companies remains on automation within the enterprise, leaving interactions between business partners to spreadsheets and EDI.
Deutsche Post DHL chooses Vanderlande Industries
Mar 27, 2014
Deutsche Post DHL and Vanderlande Industries have signed a frame agreement for the supply of the sorting and logistics handling systems for its new network of automated delivery bases throughout Germany.
Myra Long appointed Handheld Group’s new program manager
Mar 27, 2014
The Handheld Group, the global manufacturer of rugged mobile computers and smartphones, has appointed Myra Long as program manager.
The Microlise Annual Transport Conference moves to larger venue
Mar 27, 2014
The Microlise Transport Conference a key event in the transport industry's calendar. With over 400 delegates and a raft of positive feedback in 2013, the news is spreading quickly... so much so that the 2014 event is being held at the 650 seat auditorium and main exhibition hall at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry to accommodate the increased demand.
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.
