In today's omni-channel world retailers are creating new, innovative and quick ways to get orders to their customers – and same day delivery has become another strategy that takes modern day logistics to a whole new level. How can retailers keep on top of the multiple channels that make up their logistics infrastructure in real time, confidently meet delivery promises and ensure these innovative services are delivering incremental value?
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.
Dassault Systèmes' 3DExperience platform reaches 10,000 users at Renault
Oct 13, 2016
Dassault Systèmes has announced that its 3DExperience platform has now reached its 10,000th production user at Groupe Renault.
Epson Europe appoints CSR Director to accelerate regional sustainability commitments
Oct 13, 2016
Epson Europe has announced that Henning Ohlsson, Managing Director for Epson Deutschland, will also take on the new role of Epson Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Director for Europe, Middle East and Russia (EMEAR).
Ergonomic Solutions expands footprint in Middle East through distribution agreement with Almoe Digital Solutions
Oct 13, 2016
Ergonomic Solutions has signed a distribution agreement with Almoe Digital Solutions to act as its qualified distribution partner for the Middle East region.
QAD expands Channel Islands and enhances solutions
Oct 13, 2016
QAD Inc., provider of enterprise software and services for global manufacturing companies, announces the availability of the next phase of its Channel Islands initiative and key enhancements to several of its solutions.
Integrated Applications acquires exclusive UK rights to VariAdd Project for SAP Business One
Oct 13, 2016
Integrated Applications has acquired the exclusive UK intellectual property (IP) rights to Variatec's VariAdd Project solution for project and service driven companies using SAP Business One.
Manufacturing businesses on trajectory for low levels of employee happiness and bad financial performance
Oct 13, 2016
Manufacturing companies in Europe are set to face a workplace crisis from low levels of employee happiness and bad financial performance if the current state of flexible working and collaboration does not improve, according to a recent IDC survey of 1,352 HR professionals and line managers, sponsored by Cornerstone OnDemand.
Unitech Europe introduces the MS338 handheld 2D scanner at real competitive price with USB-cable, hand-free stand and 5-year warranty included
Oct 13, 2016
Designed to meet nowadays requirements within the growing, competitive 2D imager market, we are pleased to introduce our affordable MS338 handheld scanner.
Improving SRM using EDI
Oct 13, 2016
Ewan Friend, Managing Director of EDI company, Data Interchange, explores the contribution that EDI plays in supplier relationship management.
Logility Voyager Integrated Business Planning: visualise, evaluate and optimise your supply chain
Oct 13, 2016
Logility, Inc., provider of collaborative supply chain optimisation and advanced retail planning solutions, has announced the availability of Logility Voyager Integrated Business Planning.
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.
