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 & LabellingTransport Management, Asset Management Software and Mobile Computing.

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Keeping track of logistics

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Whether its using wireless LAN (local area network), Bluetooth, infra-red or RF232, the new BHT 300 range of mobile bar code hand-held terminals from Denso is ideal for quick and easy stocktaking.

Denso BHT 200 hand held gains RFID functionality

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With the new RFID module, the BHT 200 is suitable for use in transportation, logistics or goods management applications.

Mobile hand-held scanner from Denso for bar codes and QR codes

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Denso, the specialist for mobile data capture solutions, has launched two new mobile hand-held scanners for trade, logistics and industry onto the market.

Scanner reads from mobile phone display

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With the QK11 scanner, Denso offers an application for todays increasingly mobile world. Mobile phones are taking on a growing number of tasks in addition to phone calls or sending photos.

14-15 October 2004, Brussels, Wireless Warehouse Europe

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If you are a user of wireless technology, or are determining how wireless can best be used in your warehouse or distribution centre environment, you can not afford to miss this event! RFID, Voice Recognition and WLAN will be debated in hard-hitting case studies, expert panel sessions, wireless site tours, and targeted roundtable sessions.

FREE Warehouse Management System Workshop - including RF-ID and Voice Picking

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To be held a week on Wednesday, 14 July, at Aston Science Park in Birmingham, UK, starting at 10.30 am, finishing with lunch at 1.00 pm.

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.

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