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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.
June 2014 Issue
Jul 03, 2014
Telematics Munich Conference & Exhibition 2014
Jul 03, 2014
The Telematics Munich Conference & Exhibition 2014 (10th-11th November, Hotel Dolce, Munich) agenda and speaker line-up has been released.
Tablets poised to overtake smartphones as most used mobile shopping device
Jul 03, 2014
Consumer use of tablets for shopping is growing four times faster than smartphones, according to the latest E-Commerce Index from Rakuten, the online marketplace and owner of UK marketplace Rakuten's Play.com.
Dassault Systèmes launches global traceability and containment solution for high-tech manufacturers
Jul 03, 2014
Dassault Systèmes has announced availability of Global Traceability and Containment for High-Tech manufacturers, a DELMIA Apriso solution to help better manage the process of tracking and containing quality events.
Optimised transport management for global network of 23 shipping centres
Jul 03, 2014
EPCOS Sales launched an ambitious project in recent years to restructure its global transport logistics. At the heart of the project was the introduction of a new, standardised transport management system for 23 shipping centres around the world.
Mobile gains more traction in the retail sector
Jul 03, 2014
Research by global retail technology group Omnico shows that the mobile internet is rapidly gaining traction with shoppers in the UK.
Optimism is growing within UK manufacturing, says KPMG
Jul 03, 2014
The latest CIPS UK Manufacturing PMI has reported strong growth of output, new orders and jobs. KPMG's UK Head of Industrial Manufacturing, Stephen Cooper, said: "We are on the up both in our general economy, and also in the manufacturing field.
Xplore launches thinner, lighter, fully rugged Windows tablet
Jul 03, 2014
Xplore Technologies Corp., manufacturer of fully-rugged and ultra-rugged tablets, has announced Bobcat—a fully-rugged Windows tablet boasting the most comprehensive standardised interfaces available, an extensive array of options through its proprietary Xpansion Port and a sleek lightweight design.
Infor unveils next generation of ad-hoc query and reporting tools
Jul 03, 2014
Infor, provider of business application software serving more than 70,000 customers, has announced the availability of Infor Evolve and Infor BI Dashboards, two new modules that are part of Infor SunSystems Query & Analysis.
Manufacturers can reap benefits by focusing on 'returns'
Jul 03, 2014
By Ian Roper, Supply Chain Solutions Divisional Director, Access Group.
Product recalls are an expensive business. In 2010 automotive manufacturer, Toyota, recalled over eight million vehicles worldwide over a faulty accelerator pedal, in 2006 computer manufacturer Dell had to recall four million notebook batteries due to overheating problems, and Bridgestone/Firestone recalled 6.5 million tyres in 2000 when treads separated on models used with Ford Explorers and Mercury Mountaineers. The recall cost Ford $3bn.
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.
