Scottish system integration specialist, Cooper Software has been chosen by Eminox to roll out QlikView, the latest and most sophisticated business intelligence and reporting software.
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.
DAF Telematics helps operators track fuel savings
Feb 26, 2015
Following the success of DAF Telematics, launched in 2014, operators have been able to track the fuel savings that the latest Euro 6 compliant DAF range of vehicles is delivering.
Canon imagePRESS C600i brings production technology and premium quality output to offices and SMEs
Feb 26, 2015
Canon, world-leader in imaging solutions, has added to its imagePRESS portfolio with the launch of the imagePRESS C600i.
Qt Powers the Jolla Sailfish OS mobile phone and tablet and demos complex IoT software development capabilities at MWC 2015
Feb 26, 2015
Mobile World Congress, Barcelona, 2-5 March 2015 – Hall 1 Stand 1F40 & Hall 5, Stand 5C31
Growth picks up speed in manufacturing sector - CBI
Feb 26, 2015
Activity in the manufacturing sector picked up pace in February, and output is expected to grow faster still in the next three months, according to the latest CBI Industrial Trends Survey.
The survey of 522 manufacturers found that total order books strengthened on already robust levels, climbing to a six month high.
Internet of Things: 101
Feb 26, 2015
By Robb Green, Creative Director at Rockpool Digital.
The Internet of Things will change our lives. It's about extracting data from daily experiences and interpreting it to add value to our lives. Your fridge won't just be a fridge, it'll know when you're running out of milk and order some more for you.
IoT startup IQP partners with 3 giant Japanese companies
Feb 26, 2015
Japanese-Israeli Internet of Things (IoT) startup IQP, which provides a platform for developing and executing IoT applications, has partnered with 3 Japanese giants.
NetDespatch expedites fulfilment for ToolStop
Feb 26, 2015
NetDespatch has enabled ToolStop to transform its order fulfilment and despatch processes through seamless carrier integration with APC Overnight.
LinkFresh ERP continues to grow with new farming enhancements
Feb 26, 2015
LinkFresh has announced the latest product release for its LinkFresh ERP suite on Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
Fleetmatics expands into France with acquisition of Ornicar
Feb 26, 2015
Fleetmatics Group Plc has announced the acquisition of Ornicar SAS ('Ornicar'), a SaaS provider of fleet management solutions in France.
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.
