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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.
10 ways to make your warehouse more efficient
Jul 19, 2017
An infographic by Peoplevox.
By analysing the orders you receive throughout the course of a year, you can identify trends that will help you to position your stock more effectively.
Sana Commerce named Microsoft Dynamics ISV Partner of the Year
Jul 19, 2017
Sana Commerce has been crowned Microsoft's Independent Software Vendor of 2017 for Western Europe.
Retailer Alert: the EU data privacy landscape has already changed
Jul 19, 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.
Retail Pro International Launches Merchandise Planning Software for Retail Pro POS
Jul 19, 2017
Retail Pro International, the developer of retail management platform software, has announced the availability of Retail Pro Planning, its best of breed sales forecasting, inventory planning, and open to buy software and expert consulting services.
First phase of complex logistics centre successfully completed for Swiss food company Coop
Jul 19, 2017
Automated materials handling solutions specialist TGW Logistics has completed a major milestone in the development of a huge logistics centre being built for Swiss food company Coop on a 110,000 square kilometre site in Schafisheim - one of the largest construction sites in Switzerland.
Qualtrics launches 'Qualtrics Pulse'
Jul 19, 2017
Qualtrics has announced that two-thirds of U.K. workers are currently satisfied in their jobs and 13% say they are 'extremely satisfied', according to the Qualtrics Pulse – a new 2017 benchmark of how engaged today's employees feel within their work environments.
De Rijke serves customers faster and more efficiently with BluJay Solutions’ platform
Jul 19, 2017
Logistics service provider De Rijke has implemented BluJay Solutions' integrated transportation management and warehouse management software to manage its logistics, transportation, storage, and customs.
Loss prevention devices for high-end, interactive consumer electronics
Jul 19, 2017
For retailers of high end consumer electronics such as smartphones, tablets, e-readers, drones, digital cameras, and fitness watches, the customer's retail experience can be just as important as loss prevention.
Helium tackles the connectivity problem in IoT
Jul 19, 2017
Helium, a provider of simple, secure, scalable IoT connectivity, has announced the launch of its latest product suite, a comprehensive low-power, long-range solution for IoT devices.
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.
