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 & LabellingTransport Management, Asset Management Software and Mobile Computing.

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Jump Technologies receives 2014 Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100 Award for '100 Great Supply Chain Projects'

1 Jump Technologies receives 2014 Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100 Award for '100 Great Supply Chain Projects'

Jump Technologies has been named to the 2014 Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100, '100 Great Supply Chain Projects'.

RIF Logistics goes for growth with new WMS from Advanced

2 RIF Logistics goes for growth with new WMS from Advanced

RIF Logistics, a rapidly expanding third party logistics (3PL) business headquartered in Bedfordshire, has started to streamline operations and improve efficiencies after implementing a new warehouse management system (WMS) from Advanced Business Solutions (Advanced).

Driving growth and profits in five easy steps

3 Driving growth and profits in five easy steps

An integrated supply chain unites all channel partners, coordinates their actions, and seamlessly orchestrates the flow of information, goods and services....a Quintiq white paper.

Koamtac unveils new miniature Bluetooth laser barcode scanner

4 Koamtac unveils new miniature Bluetooth laser barcode scanner

Barcode scanner company Koamtac, Inc. has announced the release of its new KDC20 miniature laser barcode scanner at CONNECT 2014, Koamtac's annual partner conference.

InfinityQS recognised as Manufacturing Supply Chain Leader in 2014 Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100

5 InfinityQS recognised as Manufacturing Supply Chain Leader in 2014 Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100

InfinityQS International, Inc., an authority on real-time quality and Manufacturing Intelligence, was named to the 2014 Supply & Demand Chain Executive (SDCE) 100, an annual list of "100 Great Supply Chain Projects."

SME concern about business risk rises for first time in 12 months

6 SME concern about business risk rises for first time in 12 months

The Zurich SME Risk Index*, which measures the perceived level of business risk faced by British small and medium businesses, has risen for the first time in 12 months – from 41.68 in the fourth quarter of 2013 to 43.19 in Q1 2014*, indicating that businesses are seeing more risk than at any time since the first quarter of 2013.

BlueSnap integrates with Avalara to ease tax issues for merchants selling globally

7 BlueSnap integrates with Avalara to ease tax issues for merchants selling globally

Global payment gateway BlueSnap has announced an integration with Avalara, the provider of cloud-based software that delivers a broad array of compliance solutions related to sales tax, VAT and other transactional taxes.

Simulation event showcases how virtual reality can help manufacturers gain competitive advantage for real

8 Simulation event showcases how virtual reality can help manufacturers gain competitive advantage for real

Manufacturers are invited to step into the world of virtual reality at a high-tech event being hosted by the MTC for the Centre for Advanced Simulation & Modelling (CASIM2) project on 12th June.

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.

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