Food/Beverages
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Citizen launches compact high volume logistics printer A high performance, entry level printer looks set to cut the cost of producing labels in both transport and logistics applications. Anglia Freight expands with LocateIT WMS Anglia Freight has been using Clydebuilt’s LocateIT WMS to manage its inventory for a number of years... World economic forum global risks report warns of long shadow of the financial crisis The World Economic Forum have released Global Risks 2010, its annual report on the most significant and underlying global risks facing the global economy this year and beyond. Excise Movement and Control System EMCS: When and how? Paragon software balances the fleet workload Paragon Software Systems has developed special software to help transport operators and service companies cut costs by optimising delivery zones and territories, ensuring balanced workloads. Voxware Helps Food Banks Streamline Operating Cost Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma and Harvesters in Kansas City Implement Voxware 3 for Voice Picking. LXE extends line of vehicle mount computers and brings PC computing power into more mobile environments The VX8 Kärv and VX9 Förj incorporate sharper LED backlit displays, Intel Atom and Core 2 Duo processing speeds and mobile radio connectivity into rugged and versatile Vehicle Mount computers. Maintain crisp labels and receipts on Bixolon SRP & SLP thermal printers Consistently printing clear and crisp receipts or barcode labels requires the proper cleaning maintenance of any thermal printer. SAP CEO Léo Apotheker’s Contract Will Not Be Extended Based on Mutual Agreement SAP AG announced today that the SAP Supervisory Board has reached a mutual agreement with CEO Léo Apotheker not to extend his contract as a member of the SAP Executive Board. Russian food distributor Geba prepares for business expansion with Manhattan Associates Siberian food distributor for Kraft, Nestlé and United Confectioners invests in supply chain technology to enhance operational efficiency and improve service levels Idhammar MMS - maintaining a steady flow CMMS CASE STUDY | Halewood International In 2009, the distillery and bottling plant in Liverpool which produces 11 million cases per annum, embarked on its ‘lean journey’ and is using the Idhammar MMS to facilitate a number of TPM and continuous improvement initiatives. Honey Monster Foods goes ‘Monster’ Mad for Belgravium UK cereal manufacturer Honey Monster Foods has selected Belgravium’s Real-Time Mobile Computing Solution. JDA Software Completes Acquisition of i2 Technologies strengthening market position with more than 6,000 global customers offering unparalleled supply chain optimization solutions spanning from materials to the consumer. Cimcorp and ToolBox forge an alliance in bakery logistics Two leading suppliers of distribution solutions are to co-operate in a bid to supply modern industrial bakeries with optimal logistics systems. Winning Formula for Trevors Warehouses Congratulations to BCP Accord user Trevors Warehouses Ltd on winning the Regional Depot Award in this year’s Telesales Achiever Awards. IBS FasTrax from International Business Systems to provide accelerated implementation and faster time-to-value New service offering bundles industry process best practice and consulting services for fixed price 3-month delivery Maxatec launches two new thermal barcode printers Maxatec has launched two new thermal barcode printers for desktop label printing, the TDP-225 and TDP-225W, which are manufactured by TSC Auto ID Technology Co. Ltd. Warsteiner Brewery Warsteiner turned to Infor SCM Advanced Scheduler, which completely models and manages the group’s supply chain from beginning to end.

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