More than two thirds of manufacturing firms are expecting to grow this year despite the impact of Brexit - that's according to the findings of a newly published Business Census 2017 report.
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.
2nd BME Global Pharma Supply Chain Congress 2017 in Frankfurt/Main
Jan 11, 2017
The 2nd BME Global Pharma Supply Chain Congress of the Association for Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics (BME) at the Marriott Hotel in Frankfurt takes place from 20 to 23 March 2017. Motto of this international event is "Embracing a new supply chain culture to drive the patient-centric agenda".
OKI launches E-64s – new addition to the ColorPainter Premium Family
Jan 11, 2017
OKI Europe Ltd has launched its new ColorPainter E-64s as the new model in the renowned ColorPainter family of professional printers.
Brother UK updates business inkjet range to help partners capitalise on a growing market
Jan 11, 2017
Brother UK is launching two new ranges of business inkjet printers in a bid to help channel partners capitalise on a market which has grown 7% year-on-year*.
DNP introduces DS820A flagship 8-inch dye-sublimation photo printer
Jan 11, 2017
DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation has announced the introduction of its new DS820A flagship 8-inch dye-sublimation photo printer at Imaging USA 2017.
Hachette writes a new chapter on growth with Keytree
Jan 11, 2017
Enterprise technology expert, Keytree, has been selected by Hachette UK to deliver an SAP-based transformational programme throughout the Hachette book distribution operations, as part of an aggressive growth strategy.
George East set a new benchmark for all future improvement projects with Slimstock
Jan 11, 2017
The business behind some of Britain's leading kitchenware brands including Tala and ChefAid, has established a new benchmark by which all future supply chain projects will be judged.
eDelivery Expo - Europe’s only dedicated fulfilment event
Jan 11, 2017
eDelivery Expo, to be held from 5 to 6 April at the NEC, Birmingham, is Europe’s only dedicated fulfilment event covering (S.O.L.D) – Supply Chain, Operations, Logistics and Delivery for multichannel retail.
Optimising goods-in efficiencies
Jan 11, 2017
For manufacturers, an effective goods-in regime – i.e. taking delivery of components and raw materials for production/sub-assembly and booking them in quickly and accurately – is key to production and storage good practice. However, for many companies this ideal remains a goal rather than a reality.
DSales introduces new mobile ID and print authentication
Jan 11, 2017
The latest version of ineoPRINT v3.4.0 now supports ID and print authentication via a mobile device (Android / iOS).
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.
