Founded in 1968 in a small shop in Lyminge, HV Wooding has grown to become one of the UK's leading manufacturers of precision engineered components and assemblies serving customers including Rolls Royce, Honeywell, Schneider Electric and ABB for over 30 years.
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.
Nordic ID and GS1 Norway partner up
May 15, 2014
GS1 Norway is a member organization of the global GS1 organisation that administers the global multi-industry system of identification and communication for products, services, assets and locations. The partnership between GS1 Norway and Nordic ID will facilitate close cooperation with special focus on the GS1 RFID showroom.
Metals trader Interalloys UK invests in Infor SunSystems
May 15, 2014
Infor, provider of business application software serving more than 70,000 customers, has announced that metals trader Interalloys UK has invested in Infor SunSystems.
Speedy service of Citizen CT‑S651 is the right fit for Dutch shoe store
May 15, 2014
Citizen Systems Europe has provided fast, powerful POS printing for a Dutch shoe store that aims to provide an exceptional level of service in a unique environment.
Quintiq SCP&O Executive Summit - Düsseldorf June 12
May 15, 2014
June 12, 2014, 9:00 - 17:00 Hyatt Hotel, Speditionstraße 19, Düsseldorf, Germany
Join us to learn how industry leaders are using smart planning solutions to keep costs low while constantly improving efficiency and productivity. Top executives from KME, Van den Bosch Transporten, Copenhagen Airport and Brussels Airport will be on hand to share the latest industry best practices.
PPM Fulfillment approaches its growing market share with HighJump Warehouse Advantage
May 15, 2014
HighJump Software, a global provider of supply chain management software, has announced that PPM Fulfillment of Louisville, Ky., a leading 3PL provider, has selected HighJump Warehouse Advantage.
World's best manufacturers to address Enterprise Excellence Conference
May 15, 2014
Some of the world's best manufacturers will share insights, experience and vision at The Enterprise Excellence Conference in Cheshire, UK (30 September to 3 October 2014).
JDA Software launches new business unit focused on delivering supply chain solutions to 3PLs
May 15, 2014
JDA Software Group, Inc., has launched a new business unit dedicated to delivering a comprehensive set of supply chain solutions to the global third party logistics (3PL) marketplace.
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.
