Veeva Systems' latest release of Veeva CRM Mobile this month will natively support Microsoft Windows 10.
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.
Creed Foodservice boosts performance with Accord Voice WMS
Jul 30, 2015
Foodservice distributor Creed Foodservice is realising major performance improvements following a £175,000 investment in Accord Voice Directed WMS from supply chain software and warehouse management systems specialist BCP (Business Computer Projects Ltd).
Hovis Transport Operations signs new deal with Microlise
Jul 30, 2015
Hovis, the baking and flour milling business jointly owned by The Gores Group and Premier Foods plc, has signed a multi-year deal with telematics platform provider Microlise.
Made4Net and TouchStar sign strategic agreement
Jul 30, 2015
Made4Net, provider of supply chain execution software, has established a marketing partnership with TouchStar Technologies Ltd, a manufacturer of rugged mobile communications devices.
Kramp orchestrates order fulfilment across European wholesale operation with Manhattan Omni-Channel solutions
Jul 30, 2015
Kramp Groep is implementing Manhattan Associates' Distributed Order Management solution to strengthen customer relationships and boost sales revenues across its European omni-channel wholesale business.
New JDA Planogram Generator Client (myPG) brings the power of automated planogram generation to individual users
Jul 30, 2015
In today's increasingly crowded, omni-channel marketplace, retailers and manufacturers can win by creating highly customised space plans that cater to local customer needs.
Brace yourselves for a surge in mobile printing, says Annodata
Jul 30, 2015
A survey carried out by the International Data Corporation (IDC) suggests that in spite of the business value that can be derived from mobile printing, support for it amongst businesses remains low.
Retail Digital Signage Expo at Retail Design Expo and RBTE
Jul 30, 2015
Legend, the organisation behind RBTE and Retail Design Expo, has announced the launch of a major new event- Retail Digital Signage Expo – a dedicated new show located at Olympia, between RBTE and Retail Design Expo.
Is online our favourite tipple?
Jul 30, 2015
By Becky Clark, CEO NetDespatch.
The Chancellor signalled further support for the wine and spirit industry with the announcement of a 2% cut in spirits duty and a freeze in duty for wine in this year's budget in March 2015.
TIACA promotes e-freight on new website
Jul 30, 2015
TIACA has launched a new website with added benefits for members including an industry scorecard to help with the drive towards e-freight.
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.
