RBTE, the European retail solutions show, has announced a major new development with the launch of the eCommerce Quarter at RBTE 2016.
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.
Bringing greater skills to manufacturing is key to increasing productivity, says industry recruiter
Jun 25, 2015
As the Chancellor George Osborne is urged to raise productivity across the country, this week's report from EEF, the manufacturers' organisation, has found that despite the 4.8 per cent downturn of the manufacturing industry in 2015, 40 per cent of productivity gains over the next decade will come from the manufacturing sector.
SATO’s PJM RFID technology integrated with BIT Consulting’s myMEDISET
Jun 25, 2015
SATO, the global provider of Auto-ID solutions that empower workforces and streamline operations, and BIT Consulting, the software solutions provider for the healthcare industry, have announced that SATO's PJM RFID Technology is now available with myMEDISET.
Voiteq projects its Voice with largest international Voice User Group and announces new market entry strategy
Jun 25, 2015
Voiteq, global provider of Voice-Directed Work, achieved another milestone as it hosted its largest international Voice User Group to-date.
Opportunities for Internet of Things in Public Safety Sector
Jun 25, 2015
Against a backdrop of budget cuts and requirements for public safety agencies to be more efficient, digital transformation strategies are providing opportunities and deployment of more devices to leverage the benefits that the Internet of Things (IoT) can provide.
Kepak chooses eSmart Warehouse solution from BEC for M3 upgrade
Jun 25, 2015
Kepak Group is one of Europe's leading food innovators, engaged in processing and marketing a full range of meat proteins in varied formats and presentations.
Wi-Fi for the future
Jun 25, 2015
Some say technology is only successful when it's ubiquitous. By that measure Wi-Fi has succeeded: from hotels, to restaurants, to town centres or offices, we expect to seamlessly log on to high-speed broadband coverage.......now's a good time to ask what are the trends that will shape Wi-Fi and how can IT teams ensure that their Wi-Fi systems are ready for the future?
Indigo’s WMS helps Tetrosyl achieve 10% throughput increase & £200K annual savings
Jun 25, 2015
Indigo has announced that Tetrosyl has significantly increased sales order dispatch rates and achieved annual cost savings of £200,000, since implementing Indigo's WMS solution.
COMA of Mexico chooses HighJump Warehouse Advantage
Jun 25, 2015
HighJump, a global provider of supply chain management software, has announced that Comercializadora Mayorista de Abarrotes SA de CV (COMA) of Mexico has selected the HighJump Warehouse Advantage warehouse management system (WMS) for all eight of its warehouses.
Dematic offers new solutions for e-Commerce order fulfilment
Jun 25, 2015
Dematic, a supplier of intra-logistics systems for factories, warehouses and distribution centres, has introduced a suite of new solutions for retailers and wholesalers looking to optimise their e-Commerce order fulfilment capabilities.
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.
