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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ClearERP, Cooper Software, and ProCons launch Cloud practices with NetSuite

1 ClearERP, Cooper Software, and ProCons launch Cloud practices with NetSuite

NetSuite Inc. has announced that three new partners including ClearERP, Cooper Software, and ProCons, have joined its Solution Provider Program in EMEA amid fast-growing demand for cloud business management software in the region.

Survey shows software vendors and intelligent device manufacturers gearing up for the 'Appification' of the enterprise

2 Survey shows software vendors and intelligent device manufacturers gearing up for the 'Appification' of the enterprise

Delivering user-friendly enterprise applications to employees accustomed to, 'there's an app for that', requires a ground-up rewiring of the enterprise software business model.

UPS Capital sponsored study shows supply chain risk mitigation strategies lacking

3 UPS Capital sponsored study shows supply chain risk mitigation strategies lacking

While many supply chain executives are well aware of the risks facing their supply chains and the undesirable consequences, many are still not developing and executing strategies to properly manage identified risks.

Mobexx launches rugged Xplore Bobcat ATEX-certified Windows tablet

4 Mobexx launches rugged Xplore Bobcat ATEX-certified Windows tablet

Rugged mobile computing specialist Mobexx has introduced a new slimline 10-inch MIL-STD-810G, IP-65 tested Windows 8.1 Professional tablet PC.

LHK Fine Wines on cloud nine with NetSuite

5 LHK Fine Wines on cloud nine with NetSuite

LHK Fine Wines was set up by Tom Mann, Scott Hart and Paddy Magill in 2009. With more than 35 years' combined experience in the wine trade, their aim was to make the buying and selling of fine wine as simple as possible.

Elemica wins Green Supply Chain Award for 6th consecutive year

6 Elemica wins Green Supply Chain Award for 6th consecutive year

Elemica, provider for the process industries, has announced winning the 2014 Green Supply Chain Award from Supply & Demand Chain Executive magazine for the 6th consecutive year.

Rising use of asset finance amongst manufacturing firms

7 Rising use of asset finance amongst manufacturing firms

Manufacturing firms worldwide are increasingly deploying asset finance to facilitate equipment acquisition and technology upgrade, according to the latest study from Siemens' Financial Services Division (SFS).

Shinka Management leading industry to lean

8 Shinka Management leading industry to lean

Shinka Management is showing some of Australian industry's leading figures around Japanese factory giants like Toyota and Rinnai as part of their Lean manufacturing study tour to Japan this week.

Barloworld SCS joins forces with Swiss transport specialist Xplanis following partnership drive

9 Barloworld SCS joins forces with Swiss transport specialist Xplanis following partnership drive

Supply chain planning firm Barloworld Supply Chain Software (SCS) has announced a new partnership with the Bern-based transport firm Xplanis as part of a new drive to grow its international partner network.

Accenture's digital PLM services recognised for client product and service innovation by CIMdata

10 Accenture's digital PLM services recognised for client product and service innovation by CIMdata

Accenture's application of new technology and processes to help clients with the complexities of product innovation and development has been recognised by industry analysts CIMdata for its ability to enable customers to improve business performance.

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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