New vehicle tracking and telematics are the latest developments for a Swindon-based international logistics and equipment installation specialist, which has seen the benefits of investing in transport management technology over the past 15 years.
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.
British tech CEO Jones hails 'critically important' data laws
Aug 16, 2017
Lawrence Jones MBE, the CEO of British data hosting and cloud computing specialist UKFast, is hailing the government announcement on the regulation of personal data.
RED Academy launches real-world digital skills programmes in UK
Aug 16, 2017
RED Academy, the design and technology school in Toronto and Vancouver, has announced the launch of its full- and part-time courses for students in the UK on 2 October 2017.
Freeway launches compliance auto-integrator to ease Earned Recognition reporting
Aug 16, 2017
Freeway Fleet Systems has developed a handy tool to help fleet managers gather vehicle compliance data for electronic reporting.
Sigma 3 implements IFS Applications 9 to support strong business growth
Aug 16, 2017
IFS, the global enterprise applications company, has announced that Sigma 3, the kitchen manufacturer and retailer, will implement IFS Applications 9 to improve planning and support business growth.
Telematics for short-term hire vehicles
Aug 16, 2017
Masternaut has launched a new device to expand the use of telematics beyond the permanent fleet.
Brexit uncertainty will lead to tough survival decisions for ICT businesses
Aug 16, 2017
The ICT (information and communications technology) sector is being hampered by uncertainty caused by Brexit with a slowdown in growth, thin margins and fierce competition, reports trade credit insurer Atradius.
EIT Digital’s strives past ‘fix it when it’s broken’ approach, with predictive service for printers
Aug 16, 2017
Predictive maintenance for printers, a new activity being supported by EIT Digital as part of its OEDIPUS High Impact Initiative, will bring a shift in the performance and durability of commercial printing equipment.
The Industrial Internet 2.0: driving profitability
Aug 16, 2017
By Jason Dies, President, Document Messaging Technologies, Pitney Bowes.
From toasters to dog collars, thermostats to hair brushes, our hyperconnected world is transforming the way we live.
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.
