Descartes Systems Group and Iceland Post have announced that Descartes' route planning solution is being deployed to manage delivery operations for Iceland Post as the company shifts its primary focus from mail to parcel delivery in support of the country's dramatic growth in ecommerce.
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.
Iceland Post deploys Descartes’ route planning solution for expanding delivery operations
Nov 15, 2017
LDL Technology and ffly4u announce comprehensive asset-tracking system for supply chain across Europe
Nov 15, 2017
LDL Technology and ffly4u have announced a comprehensive, real-time asset-tracking system for the entire supply chain.
Commercial telematics market size worth USD 114.28 billion by 2025, according to Hexa Research
Nov 15, 2017
The global commercial telematics market is expected to reach USD 114.28 billion by 2025 on account of to the rapid penetration of smart connectivity systems in passenger cars as well as commercial vehicles.
Procurement and supply chain jobs up 13% in the UK year on year
Nov 15, 2017
The latest Robert Walters UK Jobs Index has revealed that procurement and supply chain vacancies have risen across the UK, with the number of jobs available in the third quarter of 2017 up 7% compared to the same time last year.
UK firm Yoti launches digital identity app to make proving ID simpler, faster and safer
Nov 15, 2017
Yoti, a UK-based digital identity app that puts people's ID on their phone, has been launched.
1 in 5 British workers see AI and automation as a threat to their job
Nov 15, 2017
Over a third of male workers (39%) feel artificial intelligence (AI) and automation will make them better at tackling day-to-day tasks, in contrast to less than a quarter of female workers (24%).
Factories of the Future: 3 Industrial Internet of Things and analytics predictions
Nov 15, 2017
By Niall O'Doherty, Head of Business Consulting at Think Big Analytics, a Teradata company.
For decades, many industries have integrated data and advanced analytics into their business and digital transformation strategies, enabling them to better inform the decision-making processes and drive competitive advantage.
AGRO Merchants Group Takes the Freeway Route to Improving Fleet Maintenance
Nov 15, 2017
AGRO Merchants Group is implementing fleet maintenance software from Freeway Fleet Systems at the company's Irish HQ in Co. Armagh, Northern Ireland.
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.
