Handheld Group, a leading manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, has announced a major upgrade to its Algiz 10X rugged computer.
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.
Office Depot France leverages JDA’s floor and space planning solutions for centralised store management
Feb 12, 2015
As a leading European office products reseller, Office Depot France distributes office supplies, furniture, business services through all four channels: direct mail, a business-to-business sales organisation, retail stores and the Web.
EEF launches new Lean Academy for mid-sized and SME manufacturers
Feb 12, 2015
EEF is launching a new Lean Academy for mid-sized companies and SMEs. The move will give smaller manufacturers the same access to transformational techniques as their larger peers.
European Supply Chain Day to be key logistics event
Feb 12, 2015
Plans are beginning to take shape for the second European Supply Chain Day. The event, which took place for the first time last year, is an ideal opportunity to promote and raise awareness of the ever-increasing opportunities in the logistics profession.
The Spirit of Camelot!
Feb 12, 2015
In a relatively short period, The National Lottery has become one of the UK's most well-known institutions. It's a massive and complex operation but it's imperative that everything always runs as smoothly and seamlessly as possible.
CFC Food Partners improves efficiency with BCP’s Accord
Feb 12, 2015
BCP customer CFC Food Partners Ltd (CFC), is claiming company-wide improvements in operational efficiency from its investment in BCP's Accord distribution system.
Dematic expands operations in Mexico
Feb 12, 2015
Dematic, the supplier of intra-logistics systems for the factory, warehouse and distribution centre, has announced the addition of engineering support staff at the Dematic Mexico City Regional Office.
Snapfulfil SaaS WMS to demonstrate new 'BI' tool at IntraLogisteX
Feb 12, 2015
Snapfulfil SaaS WMS is to demonstrate a new 'BI' tool at IntraLogisteX.
CRB launches mobile thermal transfer printing solution using Datamax-O’Neil's MP Nova printer
Feb 12, 2015
Datamax-O'Neil's partner CRB Vertriebsgesellschaft mbH has developed a mobile printer solution that can be used to produce thermal transfer labels directly on the warehouse vehicle.
Mobile device integration starting to power fleet software sales, reports Chevin
Feb 12, 2015
Mobile device integration is increasingly powering fleet software sales, reports Chevin Fleet Solutions.
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.
