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 & LabellingTransport Management, Asset Management Software and Mobile Computing.

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NiceLabel joins London Stock Exchange ELITE program

1 NiceLabel joins London Stock Exchange ELITE program

NiceLabel, developer of label and marking productivity software solutions for SME and large enterprises, has been selected to join the ELITE, London Stock Exchange Group's international program for ambitious high growth businesses.

Cimlogic helps to drive improvements in manufacturing productivity

2 Cimlogic helps to drive improvements in manufacturing productivity

Cimlogic, the Manufacturing Operations Management solutions provider, has announced the release of new software solution OEE Express.

Sanderson customers celebrate more wins at Today's Group Awards​

3 Sanderson customers celebrate more wins at Today's Group Awards​

Sanderson would like to congratulate its award-winning customers who have been acknowledged for their achievements at the Today's Group Awards Dinner 2016.

New research reveals that widespread margin blindness is crippling the financial performance of European organisations

4 New research reveals that widespread margin blindness is crippling the financial performance of European organisations

European organisations performing ahead of market expectations and creating more value for shareholders place a much greater emphasis on understanding and improving margin than their competitors.

Demandware named a leader in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for digital commerce

5 Demandware named a leader in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for digital commerce

Demandware, Inc., provider of enterprise cloud commerce solutions, has been named by Gartner, Inc. as a leader in its Magic Quadrant for digital commerce.

Mobile devices meet new sustainability criteria in TCO Certified

6 Mobile devices meet new sustainability criteria in TCO Certified

Leading IT brands are moving to certify mobile computers and tablets for sustainability factors.

Mesa 2 rugged Windows tablet is now shipping

7 Mesa 2 rugged Windows tablet is now shipping

Rugged computer manufacturer Juniper Systems Limited announced that its Mesa 2 Rugged Tablet is now shipping.

Microscan announces integrated liquid lens autofocus for MicroHAWK barcode readers

8 Microscan announces integrated liquid lens autofocus for MicroHAWK barcode readers

Microscan has announced that fully-integrated liquid lens autofocus models of MicroHAWK barcode readers are now available for pre-order featuring both truly-automatic and software-programmable autofocus.

MiX Telematics gaining traction in US fleet management market with key renewals and new customer wins

9 MiX Telematics gaining traction in US fleet management market with key renewals and new customer wins

From the NAFA 2016 Institute and Expo, MiX Telematics, the global provider of fleet and mobile asset management solutions, announced that it is gaining traction and market share in the US fleet management market. In the past year, the company has signed renewals with all of its largest North American customers and also added prominent new customers.

K3 Syspro presents factory of the future

10 K3 Syspro presents factory of the future

Visitors to this year's MACH exhibition moved one step closer to the factory of the future as K3 Syspro officially unveiled its complete solutions for manufacturing automation for the first time ever.

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.

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