Mercedes-Benz in Bremen is testing a new RFID tag to detect moisture during leakage tests.
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.
89% say poor app performance negatively affects their work
Dec 09, 2015
Riverbed Technology, the application performance infrastructure solutions provider, has announced the results of the Riverbed Global Application Performance Survey 2015, the first global survey of business decision makers on the business impact of application performance.
Centric Software Product Lifecycle Management selected by Tape à l’Œil
Dec 09, 2015
Centric Software has announced that part of the Mulliez Family Association, childrenswear brand Tape à l'Œil, has chosen Centric 8 Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solution to support strategic objectives and reinforce brand integrity.
Easy ERP offers top tips for choosing the right ERP
Dec 09, 2015
The UK's top ERP comparison platform is helping British businesses choose the right management software solutions for their needs with an inventory of insider tips.
Snapfulfil handles 77 per cent increase in shipments on Black Friday
Dec 09, 2015
SaaS WMS provider, Snapfulfil experienced a 77 per cent increase in shipments handled by its system on Black Friday, compared with the previous Friday.
Brother unveils new A4 portable thermal printer
Dec 09, 2015
Information, communication and technology services provider Brother UK has launched what it describes as the smallest, most technologically advanced A4/A5 mobile thermal printer on the market today.
Serviceline transforms service with Maxoptra dynamic routing & scheduling system
Dec 09, 2015
Serviceline, the commercial catering and refrigeration equipment service provider, is transforming its field service operations using the map-based Maxoptra dynamic scheduling and planning system.
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.
