HighJump has announced that Parts Town has selected HighJump Warehouse Advantage warehouse management system (WMS).
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.
Fleet software "increasingly used for more than fleet" says Chevin
Jun 11, 2015
Fleet software is being increasingly for used non-fleet processes due to its flexibility and high number of interfaces, reports Chevin Fleet Solutions.
Total RFID market in China will reach US$4.3 billion by 2025
Jun 11, 2015
The total RFID market in China will reach US$4.3 billion by 2025, according to a report by Research and Markets. The report provides a complete view of the RFID suppliers, value chain, applications and trends in China.
JDA Software announces strategic cloud collaboration with Google
Jun 11, 2015
JDA Software Group, Inc. has announced a new collaboration with Google aimed at leveraging the core strengths of both companies to deliver JDA's next generation cloud-based omni-channel and supply chain solutions via Google Cloud Platform, a powerful public cloud offering.
Intelligent Telematics strengthens management team
Jun 11, 2015
Intelligent Telematics has made two board level appointments to strengthen its senior management team and support the growth of the business moving forward.x
Veeva Systems to deliver Veeva CRM Events Management and Veeva Align for greater commercial effectiveness
Jun 11, 2015
Veeva Systems kicked-off its 7th Commercial Summit with the launch of two major new Veeva Commercial Cloud products, Veeva Align and Veeva CRM Events Management.
Epson launches industrial in-house label printer
Jun 11, 2015
Epson has launched the ColorWorks C7500 compact colour label printer which has been developed to help manufacturers meet a wide variety of in-house, on-demand, customised labelling requirements.
Hamilton switches on better business with Infor
Jun 11, 2015
Infor, the industry cloud company, has announced that electrical accessories and supplies manufacturer R. Hamilton & Co has invested in Infor CloudSuite Industrial (SyteLine).
NetDespatch provides carrier integration savings for WMS provider Optima
Jun 11, 2015
NetDespatch has formed a partnership with warehouse management solutions provider, Optima, which provides the firm with automatic and seamless access to multiple carriers - a process which was previously managed in-house, delivering savings of up to 25 percent in software development.
Addressing urgent risk should be a key consideration for food producers
Jun 11, 2015
By Shaun Bossons, SVP Global Sales at Trace One.
The vast and scattered nature of today's supply chains is creating a breeding ground for risk in the food industry. Globalisation, increased numbers of stakeholders, and customers' desire for ever increasing product sophistication and innovation, are all making it harder to track the provenance and integrity of ingredients throughout the supply chain.
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.
