Images of health and safety professionals generated by AI are exclusively white, male and around middle age, despite the wealth of job opportunities health & safety offers to women.
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.
Is bias deterring women from health & safety careers? AI reveals ‘pale, male, stale’ image
Apr 03, 2024
Basic tech skills gaps restricting productivity in over a third of UK SMEs
Apr 03, 2024
A lack of basic tech skills such as how to use Microsoft 365 is having a negative impact on productivity in nearly four in ten firms according to UK research from Sharp. The insights from over 500 UK small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) see the ability to use such tools effectively as one of the biggest challenges facing SMEs across the UK today.
Endor Labs partners with GuidePoint to secure software supply chains
Apr 03, 2024
Endor Labs, provider of software supply chain security solutions, has entered into a strategic partnership with GuidePoint Security, the cybersecurity services and solutions provider.
A celebration of innovation and expertise: The Logistics Awards 2024 are open for entries
Apr 03, 2024
Logistics UK’s Logistics Awards 2024 are now open for entries. The Awards, now in their eighth year, reward companies and individuals that embody the skills, expertise and ‘can do’ spirit of the logistics industry.
Blue Yonder announces binding agreement to acquire One Network Enterprises
Apr 03, 2024
Blue Yonder has signed an agreement to acquire One Network Enterprises (One Network) for approximately $839 million, subject to adjustments.
Pathway to end-to-end visibility
Apr 02, 2024
Special Technology report - Transport Management Systems (TMS)
Manufacturing & Logistics IT spoke with leading representatives from the analyst, vendor and end-user communities about many of the current key talking points and areas of innovation taking place within the world of transportation management solutions.
New State of Smart Manufacturing Study shows UK leading the AI and machine learning charge for enhanced productivity
Apr 02, 2024
Rockwell Automation, Inc has announced the results of the 9th annual ‘State of Smart Manufacturing Report’, offering valuable insights into trends, challenges, and plans for global manufacturers. The study surveyed more than 1,500 respondents from 17 countries, including the United Kingdom (UK), France, Germany, Italy and Spain.
New line of Interroll conveyors from Ultimation Industries helps courier, express and parcel companies increase distribution capacity
Apr 02, 2024
Courier, express and parcel (CEP) companies that need to increase their distribution network capacity can now access a full line of Interroll modular, sorting and pallet conveyor systems from Ultimation Industries, an MCE company.
Technology trends in dielectric materials for next generation 2.5D and 3D semiconductor packaging
Mar 28, 2024
By Dr Yu-Han Chang, Senior Technology Analyst at IDTechEx.
The semiconductor industry continually pushes packaging technology boundaries to meet the demand for higher chip performance and efficiency. Bandwidth is one of the critical factors defining the amount of data transmitted between dies on a package.
FourKites leverages Clari’s AI-powered revenue platform to drive financial excellence and improve customer success
Mar 28, 2024
Clari has announced that leading real-time supply chain visibility provider FourKites, which has been running its enterprise-wide revenue processes with Clari’s revenue platform for three years, has achieved high levels of visibility and control over its entire revenue process.
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.
