Ortec Consulting has announced the official launch of their Big Data Portal, a cutting edge portal for Analytics as a Service.
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.
Debenhams puts customer experience at forefront with usability research platform UserZoom
Jun 15, 2016
Retailer Debenhams has partnered with UserZoom, the user experience research and testing SaaS platform, to enable widespread usability testing as part of a drive to improve customer experience across its online platforms.
Brother UK MD Phil Jones Awarded MBE in Queen's Birthday Honours
Jun 15, 2016
Phil Jones, managing director of Brother UK, has been awarded an MBE in recognition of his services to business.
Manufacturing and construction drives demand for procurement and supply chain professionals in the Midlands – jobs up 19%
Jun 15, 2016
The latest Robert Walters Birmingham Jobs Index, which tracks the number of jobs available and jobseeking professionals in the Midlands month-by-month, has revealed that the number of procurement and supply chain jobs increased by 19% in May 2016 compared to the same period last year.
Industry 4.0 impact on manufacturing
Jun 15, 2016
The Industry 4.0 revolution is blurring the line between the physical and virtual worlds, forcing manufacturers to accelerate their digital modernisation journeys.
Bretts Transport Boosts Safety and Performance with Microlise
Jun 15, 2016
Bretts Transport has deployed a new fleet performance and safety management system from transport management solution provider, Microlise.
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.
