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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Voiteq launches its 'next generation' business intelligence solution, VoiceMan Data Analysis, at IMHX

1 Voiteq launches its 'next generation' business intelligence solution, VoiceMan Data Analysis, at IMHX

Voiteq, global provider of Voice-directed work solutions, has launched its powerful 'next generation' business intelligence solution VoiceMan Data Analysis at IMHX 2016.

ETF Partners, Inventure and Vito Ventures invest in IoT connectivity company Wirepas

2 ETF Partners, Inventure and Vito Ventures invest in IoT connectivity company Wirepas

ETF Partners, Inventure and Vito Ventures have invested €4.5 million in Wirepas, a Finnish software company that has solved a major Internet of Things connectivity challenge.

JDA powers the always-on supply chain with latest JDA Manufacturing Planning release

3 JDA powers the always-on supply chain with latest JDA Manufacturing Planning release

Increased demand volatility, business velocity and intense competition are placing increased pressures on supply chains to be responsive to disruptions and changes.

TomTom Telematics confirmed as Europe’s leading fleet management solutions provider for second year

4 TomTom Telematics confirmed as Europe’s leading fleet management solutions provider for second year

For the second year in a row, TomTom Telematics has been recognised as Europe's largest and most innovative provider of fleet management solutions by one of the leading M2M/IoT market analyst firms, Berg Insight.

Six tips for taking stock ahead of the Christmas shopping season

5 Six tips for taking stock ahead of the Christmas shopping season

By Michele Dupré, group vice president of retail, hospitality and distribution for Verizon.

While summer may still be top of mind for consumers, the retail industry is laser-focused on preparing for the 2016 Christmas season.

Bixolon provides a look into the future of retail printing at Equipmag 2016

6 Bixolon provides a look into the future of retail printing at Equipmag 2016

Bixolon the global manufacturer of advanced Receipt, Label and Mobile Printers has encouraged visitor's to discover Bixolon's range of retail printing solutions at Equipmag 2016 this week

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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