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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Datalogic's First Photo Competition

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Datalogic has launched Fun Shot 2004, its first photo competition which invites everyone to discover the most original applications that use Datalogic's bar code readers.

20th April 2005 - Update yourself on RFID, WMS, RFDC, SAP and much more...and it's FREE

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Q. What have the following companies in common ? Coors Brewers, Christian Salvesen, Dairy Crest, EMI Music, GlaxoSmithKline, HSS Hire Services, Kellogs Europe, Kenwood, Lin Pac, Mars UK, Miele, Mettler Toledo, NHS Logistics, Nortel, Peugeot Motor Co., Pilkington, RMC Rugby Ltd, Tate & Lyle, TNT, UK MOD, Unilever Foods, Whitbread, Wickes DIY A. Theyre all sending delegates to the 2005 Belgravium Seminar !

Flower Plus Stays Evergreen with Ross

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The number one supplier of fresh cut flower bouquets to Marks and Spencer increases turnover and improves efficiencies throughout the business with an enterprise IT solution from Ross Systems.

Logility Acquires Demand Management, Inc.

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Significantly Strengthens Supply Chain Planning Market Position for Small and Midsize Businesses (SMB); Extends Worldwide Distribution Channel; and Increases Customer Base to Over 1100.

Wholesale Distribution Companies to Benefit from New Industry-Specific Solution from SAP

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SAP for Wholesale Distribution Solution to Help Large and Midmarket Distribution Companies Address Consolidation, Regulation, Customer Loyalty and Service Issues; SAP Dedicates New Business Unit to Focus on Industry Segment.

Texas Instruments and BearingPoint Announce Alliance Agreement to Assist Companies with RFID Adoption

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This agreement signals BearingPoints and Texas Instruments commitment to support the continued adoption of RFID to their current and future customers across the world. Both companies serve customers globally from operations in all major countries.

New Project in the Clothing Industry: Swisslog optimizes international distribution for DIM-underwear and hosiery

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Logistics company modernizes warehouse management system in France.

MORE THAN 70 CUSTOMERS CHOOSE LILLY SOFTWARE AND VANGUARD FOR BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE SOLUTIONS

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These companies have recognised that business intelligence software offers an effective and affordable way to retain competitive edge and make themselves more profitable.

K3 BUSINESS TECHOLOGY GROUP ("K3") ANNOUNCES ACQUISITION OF MICROSOFT BUSINESS SOLUTIONS SUPPLIER, ALPHA LANDSTEINAR

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The total consideration for the acquisition is 7.2m, payable in a mix of cash and shares. The initial consideration is 3.25m in cash and 2.9m in shares, of which 2.55m of cash and the 2.9m in shares is due on completion with 0.7m deferred for two weeks. The balance of 1.05m payable in cash due within the next twelve months.

Epicor Announces Significant Enhancements to Leading Enterprise Service Automation Solution

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New Functionality Includes Contingent Workforce Management, Advanced Customization Capabilities and Rich Project Portfolio Management.

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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