Transport Systems Catapult (TSC) spin-out Immense Simulations Ltd and Improbable have been successful in their application to the Innovate UK Connected and Autonomous Vehicles call for a Collaborative Research and Development project, to create a new solution for the coordination of autonomous vehicle fleets.
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.
Improbable and Immense Simulations collaborate on multimillion-pound project to tackle autonomous fleet operation
Feb 17, 2016
Live Supply Chain Webinar: Scenario Planning: Managing Uncertainty
Feb 17, 2016
Thursday 17th March at 12.30pm GMT
Join DynaSys for this 30 minute webinar where we will discuss the the topic of "What If?" scenario planning in detail and also demonstrate how DynaSys Demand and Supply Chain Planning allows you to quickly and simply run your scenarios and see the impact across your end to end supply chain.
Wilko selects Voiteq to upgrade its Voice solution
Feb 17, 2016
Voiteq has been appointed by Wilko to upgrade its existing Voice solution using Voiteq's VoiceMan Warehouse Execution System and business intelligence suite VoiceMan InfoCentre.
Manufacturers urged to embrace digital services ahead of AX7 launch
Feb 17, 2016
Key businesses from the UK's manufacturing and distribution community gathered in Nottingham recently to get their first glimpse of Microsoft Dynamics AX7 at an event which urged them to embrace digital technologies to create a competitive advantage.
5 reasons predictive analytics make or break a CRM system
Feb 17, 2016
By Lang Smith, Founder, Cloud Signalytics.
Just what exactly is predictive analysis? Simply put, it's the ability to more precisely predict a customer's future spending based on their past behaviours.
Elemica client Dow wins Supply Chain Breakthrough award
Feb 17, 2016
Elemica, the Supply Chain Operating Network for the process industries, congratulates client, The Dow Chemical Company, for winning the Overall Breakthrough of the Year category in the Power of the Profession Awards from SCM World.
Sumerian expands its Sunburst visualisation to provide truly scalable infrastructure oversight
Feb 17, 2016
Sumerian, the U.K. headquartered predictive Capacity Planning analytics provider, has added three new features to its cloud-based Capacity Planning-as-a-Service (CPaaS).
Elemica introduces track mobile app for logistics visibility
Feb 17, 2016
Elemica, the Supply Chain Operating Network for the process industries, has introduced Elemica Track, a mobile application that provides visibility into shipments transacting through Elemica's Enhanced Transport Visibility solution.
Scottish SMEs to get IoT Boost at new tech challenge
Feb 17, 2016
A Tamagotchi-style monitoring device for plants, hard hats with embedded GPS positioning and smartphones that recommend tailored training and rehabilitation programmes for athletes are just some of the ideas being pitched at the first IoTBoost UK event in Scotland.
SMEs in the manufacturing industry say banks 'let them down' when it comes to cross-border currency transfers
Feb 17, 2016
SMEs in the manufacturing industry with their sights set on international expansion – some of the UK's next mini-multinationals – are being hindered by poor service, unclear fees and a lack of appropriate products when using banks for international currency transfers, according the latest research by currency experts, World First.
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.
