Huel Ltd, producer of nutritionally complete meals, has chosen Balloon One to supply and implement its new Körber warehouse management system (WMS) to manage its new warehouse facility and anticipates a number of benefits.
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.
Advanced semiconductor packaging trends in AI and HPC
Feb 27, 2024
By Dr Yu-Han Chang, Senior Technology Analyst at IDTechEx.
Advanced semiconductor packaging technologies like 2.5D and 3D hybrid bonding, along with emerging solutions like silicon photonics, are critical in optimizing system performance and fostering the next wave of AI and HPC chip innovation.
Creating a more transparent supply chain
Feb 26, 2024
Many industrial companies across the UK are exploring the benefits of digitalisation. A recent European digital health study from Zoho, for example, reported that 33 per cent of large UK businesses have a good digital health rating — meaning they have successfully digitalised.
Make UK partners with Peoplesafe
Feb 26, 2024
Make UK has partnered with personal safety technology solutions provider, Peoplesafe to protect the manufacturing industry’s workers.
Digitising supply chains for enhanced due diligence and trade compliance
Feb 26, 2024
By Brent Dawkins, Director of Product Marketing, QAD
Supply chain due diligence is undoubtedly a major consideration for organisations, especially those who participate in global trade. The need for efficient and resilient supply chains is paramount and immediate. Traditional supply chain processes are often marred by complexities, delays, human error, and a lack of real-time visibility.
89% of consumers say it is important to them that a small business has ethical values, survey reveals
Feb 22, 2024
As consumer awareness grows around the consequences of their buying choices, the focus has turned towards the ethical conduct of enterprises - with particular attention on small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs).
New guide from EU Automation: Reducing costs and boosting uptime with condition-based maintenance and real-time monitoring
Feb 22, 2024
Automation parts supplier EU Automation has published a new guide that is a must-read for engineers wanting to deploy condition-based maintenance (CBM) to improve operating efficiencies and increase profitability.
Businesses on Digital Catapult’s Quantum Technology Access Programme (QTAP) showcase the potential for quantum computers
Feb 22, 2024
Digital Catapult is supporting eleven organisations across the UK to investigate how quantum computing could benefit key industrial sectors, such as engineering, energy and infrastructure.
5 ways for manufacturers to accelerate decarbonisation
Feb 21, 2024
By Alessandra Del Centina, managing consultant and sustainability capability lead, and Sheena Patel, director at management consultancy, Vendigital
Most manufacturers are aware of their responsibility to reduce direct carbon emissions within their operations, known as Scope 1 emissions.
Top retention strategies for warehousing and logistics workers revealed in new survey
Feb 20, 2024
Kahoot!, the global learning and engagement platform company, has released new research insights for how companies can improve employee retention of their frontline workforce in warehousing and logistics.
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.
