The UK manufacturing sector achieved productivity improvements worth £48.5bn in 2023, according to analysis of ONS data by FourJaw Manufacturing Analytics, a technology company that measures machine productivity
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.
Pall-Ex Group launches two-hour delivery windows on all consignments
Feb 20, 2024
A year in the making, Pall-Ex Group’s ETA software brings artificial intelligence into the world of freight distribution to provide its customers with a two-hour delivery window for its palletised freight.
Purchasing Power launches eBook to help manufacturing HR teams recruit and retain top talent
Feb 19, 2024
Purchasing Power has launched the 2024 Manufacturing Financial Wellness eBook.
Integrating AI – The power of people plus technology
Feb 19, 2024
By Cameron Furmidge, Head of Insights, Luzern eCommerce.
Arguably the most difficult task in retailing is achieving customer loyalty. Making the first sale, with special offers, clever marketing and seductive product promises, is one thing. Gaining the trust of the consumer so they will come back to your offerings above others, is a whole different ball game.
Manufacturers turn to AI-enabled video over automation to boost productivity
Feb 19, 2024
New research from Hanwha Vision, the global vision solution provider, has found that well over one-third (37%) of European manufacturers are turning to AI-enabled video as a means of solving their business challenges.
Flexitank as an Alternative to Tank Containers
Feb 15, 2024
KriCon Group BV is known for liquid tank containers. KriCon Group BV was formed in 2010. They opened their new Flexitank division in 2022. Their core values are safety and a personal and flexible approach. Kricon Group uses state-of-the-art equipment.
Avast blocks record breaking 10 billion attacks in 2023 – Nearly a 50% Increase from Previous Year
Feb 15, 2024
Avast reports that it blocked an unprecedented 10 billion attacks in 2023 for a remarkable 49% increase year-over-year.
According to the latest quarterly Avast Threat Report, which looks at the threat landscape from October-December 2023, scams, phishing and malvertising continue to account for more than 75% of all cyber threats.
Domino Printing Sciences: Driving the global migration to 2D barcodes with GS1
Feb 15, 2024
Domino Printing Sciences (Domino) is supporting the industry’s transition to 2D barcodes as an innovation sponsor of the GS1 Global Forum 2024.The largest annual GS1 event, which takes place from 19th–22nd February in Brussels and virtually, brings together GS1 member organisations from across the globe to collaborate....
New report finds only 40% of manufacturing firms gave a business growth plan
Feb 14, 2024
After a long period of economic stagnation, a new study of almost 2,000 decision-makers has found that businesses in the manufacturing space are falling short on their growth plans - with just a quarter (27%) on track to achieve their goals for new leads this year.
Underwhelming in-store device experience tempers consumer excitement for AI in retail
Feb 14, 2024
New research from SOTI has found that while 95% of UK consumers have used in-store tech, only 23% believe in-store devices – such as kiosks, tablets, scanners and mobile computers – enhance their experience.
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.
