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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Avi Networks collaborates with Red Hat to simplify and automate modern application development and deployment

1 Avi Networks collaborates with Red Hat to simplify and automate modern application development and deployment

Avi Networks, the next-generation application services provider, has announced a collaboration with Red Hat to simplify and automate the enterprise application development and deployment lifecycle.

It’s Store-bot – AI for the retail business

2 It’s Store-bot – AI for the retail business

By Sandeep Dadlani, President and Global Head of Manufacturing, Retail, CPG and Logistics.

Macy's began 2017 by publishing a list of 68 stores it would close this year. Amazon, on the other hand, entered the New Year still high from its massively successful Cyber Monday sales of 2016.

Frontline Consultancy integrates field service module for SAP Business One users

3 Frontline Consultancy integrates field service module for SAP Business One users

SAP Business One users who have a field service team will now be able to access the power of their ERP system on the move thanks to a partnership between Frontline Consultancy and BigChange.

Transport sector on route to innovative future thanks to digital technology

4 Transport sector on route to innovative future thanks to digital technology

Major transport companies are beginning to overhaul their internal processes in favour of digital technologies, following the announcement of the Government's Industrial Strategy that aims to improve digital infrastructure in construction and transport.

Chartwell Pharmaceuticals incorporates Adents serialisation software for DSCSA compliance

5 Chartwell Pharmaceuticals incorporates Adents serialisation software for DSCSA compliance

Chartwell Pharmaceuticals, a contract manufacturer providing Rx solid dosage, packaging, and analytical services, recently implemented software from Adents – provider of versatile and easily deployable serialisation and track-and-trace software solutions – to assure compliance with current and future track & trace deadlines.

Food Storage & Distribution Federation in Brexit discussions with Department for Transport

6 Food Storage & Distribution Federation in Brexit discussions with Department for Transport

In April, Food Storage & Distribution Federation Chief Executive, Chris Sturman, along with representatives from a number of FSDF member companies, met with the Department for Transport to discuss the concerns of the temperature-controlled food logistics industry following the triggering of Article 50.

H&D Wireless launches GEPS for Industry – an RTLS solution in Industrial IoT for indoor positioning of returnable transport packages

7 H&D Wireless launches GEPS for Industry – an RTLS solution in Industrial IoT for indoor positioning of returnable transport packages

H&D Wireless, the Internet of Things, cloud and platform system provider, has announced the launch of GEPS for Industry, H&D Wireless's new IoT enterprise indoor real time localisation service (RTLS) of Returnable Transport Packages (RTP), specifically developed for the manufacturing industry to support its path to digitalisation.

Drive for efficiency sees procurement and supply chain roles rise by 43%

8 Drive for efficiency sees procurement and supply chain roles rise by 43%

The latest Robert Walters UK Jobs Index has revealed that job vacancies for procurement and supply chain professionals rose by 43% in the first quarter of 2017 compared to the same time last year.

RuggON announces the VX-601, the rugged In-vehicle terminal

9 RuggON announces the VX-601, the rugged In-vehicle terminal

RuggON Corporation has launched a new rugged in-vehicle terminal, the VX-601, which provides superb visibility from a large, bright, sunlight-readable touchscreen display; great durability; seamless connectivity and communications; as well as smart power management.

Creaform HandySCAN 3D scanner now certified by Airbus

10 Creaform HandySCAN 3D scanner now certified by Airbus

Creaform has announced that its flagship metrology-grade portable 3D scanner, the HandySCAN 3D, has been certified by Airbus and will be added to the company's next Technical Equipment Manual (TEM) release.

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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