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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Chinese manufacturers visit QAD headquarters and QAD customers to learn about effective enterprises

1 Chinese manufacturers visit QAD headquarters and QAD customers to learn about effective enterprises

QAD Inc., provider of enterprise software and services designed for global manufacturing companies , has announced that a delegation of Chinese manufacturers will visit QAD's headquarters to learn about advanced manufacturing in the US.

Manufacturers wasting money on inadequate IT implementations

2 Manufacturers wasting money on inadequate IT implementations

Manufacturing businesses are wasting thousands of pounds on software implementations which do not deliver the promised benefits because they are not following best practice from the NHS and implementing Open Source.

Empowering robots via Cloud computing

3 Empowering robots via Cloud computing

Cloud robotics, which involves the integration of Cloud computing technology in robots, has been gaining prominence globally. End users have begun to recognise the benefits of this novel concept, which uses the Internet to augment a robot's capabilities, mainly by off-loading computation and providing services on demand. With this concept set to make future robots more productive and efficient, the diverse requirements of end users will be met with no compromise made to the quality of services.

Honeywell & Renovotec help IMT International optimise operations within the IVF industry

4 Honeywell & Renovotec help IMT International optimise operations within the IVF industry

In 2006 the business, based just outside Chester in the UK, started to develop 'Matcher', its electronic witnessing system to assist IVF practitioners across the UK, Europe and more recently, the rest of the world.

Janam introduces light industrial-grade mobile computer

5 Janam introduces light industrial-grade mobile computer

Janam Technologies LLC, provider of rugged mobile computers that scan barcodes and communicate wirelessly, has announced the launch of its XG3 rugged mobile computer.

Handheld US strengthens sales team with two key appointments

6 Handheld US strengthens sales team with two key appointments

Handheld Group, the global manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, has announced two key appointments that will strengthen its North American sales team: Carri Fiori and Adam Young as Handheld US Regional Sales Managers.

Anagram Systems to showcase jewellery business management software at JCK Las Vegas

7 Anagram Systems to showcase jewellery business management software at JCK Las Vegas

Anagram Systems (Anagram), the developer of business management software for jewellery manufacturers, retailers and wholesalers is exhibiting at JCK Las Vegas.

Conflicts and silos are holding back the supply chain, say 68% of industry execs

8 Conflicts and silos are holding back the supply chain, say 68% of industry execs

More than two-thirds of supply chain and logistics heads (68%) say that tighter integration between network design, demand and supply is being hampered by disjointed tools and planning processes along with conflicting business objectives, a new poll has revealed.

Citizen targets photo printer market growth with new appointment

9 Citizen targets photo printer market growth with new appointment

Citizen Systems Europe, manufacturer of label, barcode, portable, POS and photo printers, has appointed Gary Andrews to the role of EMEA Business Manager – Photo Printers.

Vanderlande secures orders worth more than €200 million

10 Vanderlande secures orders worth more than €200 million

Vanderlande has confirmed that it recently has secured orders of more than €200 million – which makes the total order intake €1 billion for the 2015 financial year – for its integrated solutions in the baggage handling and parcel and postal sectors.

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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