Exact Software has released Exact Event Manager version 7.5, giving customers greater ability to monitor business activities and react to exceptions in a timely manner
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.
LogiCon a key event for FMCG, retail supply chain & logistics experts
Oct 24, 2008
LogiCon, now in its 12th year, gives you practical techniques to cut total costs in your supply chain and drive increased customer service and value
UMPCs: Handheld Mobile Computer Killer?
Oct 23, 2008
According to recent research by VDC Research Group, the market for Ultra-Mobile PCs is expected to exceed $300 million in 2008
Epicor announces next-generation ERP solution featuring Epicor True SOA
Oct 23, 2008
Epicor Software Corporation recently unveiled to nearly 2,000 attendees at its annual customer conference its next-generation enterprise resource planning solution Epicor 9
Norway Post selects RedPrairies Transportation Suite to help fulfil its vision for the future
Oct 23, 2008
RedPrairie Corporation has announced that Norway Post has selected RedPrairies E2eTM Transport Management System as its strategic solution of choice for its Transport Distribution Load Planning project
Credit crunch forces companies to drive efficiencies throughout supply chain
Oct 23, 2008
The logistics and transport sector has felt the brunt of the dramatically changing economic climate over the past few months
Royal Mail selects Intermec CN3 Mobile Computer to improve service to customers
Oct 23, 2008
Intermec has announced that Royal Mail, the leading provider of mail and parcel delivery services in the United Kingdom, has awarded Intermec a contract to provide over 25,000 of its rugged, handheld CN3 mobile computers
Vangard teams up with Clearview Software
Oct 23, 2008
Vangard Voice Systems, Inc. has teamed with Clearview Software International, Inc., to voice-power Clearviews Co*Star Mobile terminal emulator, enabling a range of automated voice-powered applications
Smithfield Foods serves up speedy orders with Kewill EDI solution
Oct 22, 2008
Smithfield Foods has selected Kewill to provide an Electronic Data Interchange system to help it process and fulfil customer orders
Leading life sciences manufacturer implements QAD Customer Relationship Management
Oct 22, 2008
Nuclear Imaging Technology Innovator Digirad Chooses Strategic Information Group and QAD CRM to Secure Growth Objectives
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.
