Pegasus Software has announced that Bell Lighting, the manufacturer and supplier of light sources and fixtures to the electrical wholesale industry, has extended its Opera 3 deployment with a new warehouse system.
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.
Cyber security training must reflect real risks
Jul 13, 2017
The Institute of Information Security Professionals (IISP) – the not-for-profit body that represents information security professionals – is warning companies to invest wisely in cyber security training services with an eye on quality and real benefits.
UK & Ireland SAP User Group announces merger with SuccessFactors User Group UK
Jul 12, 2017
The UK & Ireland SAP User Group (UKISUG) and the SuccessFactors User Group UK have announced a merger between the two organisations.
Maxoptra helps keep Ten Mile Menu food deliveries 'lean and green'
Jul 12, 2017
Online ethical food retailer, Ten Mile Menu, is using Maxoptra dynamic route planning and scheduling software to help keep its delivery operations 'lean and green'.
New release of WITNESS Horizon help businesses tackle digital disruption
Jul 12, 2017
Lanner, a provider of predictive simulation software which delivers the certainty to empower smart business, has announced details of the latest release of WITNESS Horizon version 21.0.
Retailer Alert: the EU data privacy landscape has already changed
Jul 12, 2017
With less than a year to go before organisations which process, use or exchange consumers' personal data within the EU need to comply with the new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), eCommerce systems integrator Tryzens has highlighted how this new directive will impact retailers, and what key steps brands will need to take to mitigate the impact when the regulation becomes enforced from 25th May 2018.
Why success in retail is all about sharing
Jul 12, 2017
By George Smyth, Director R&D, Rocket Software.
Artificial Intelligence? Virtual Reality? Robots? During the past five years, all three of these innovations have been named as the technology to shape the future of the retail industry. However, in reality, the industry is already in the midst of a transformation; and it's all about the data.
Toshiba TEC presents monochrome system with erase function
Jul 12, 2017
Toshiba TEC has announced the launch of the e-STUDIO5008LP series – the first series of monochrome multifunction systems with Toshiba's hybrid print technology.
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.
