Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems enable access to copious amounts of data that make life easier for manufacturing organisations. Matthew Phelps from McGuffie Brunton describes how automating...
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.
TELEMATICS - TRANSPORT INDUSTRY SEEKS MORE VALUE
Nov 11, 2004
Telematics systems for the transport industry need to be smarter and concentrate on adding value for the vehicle operators.
CORUS FAST-TRACKS METAL PRODUCTION WITH INTEL XEON MP AND INTEL ITANIUM 2 PROCESSOR-BASED SOLUTION
Nov 11, 2004
Steel-maker turns to Streamline Computing and Intel for high performance and lower costs to overhaul production process.
Geest freshly prepared for real-time performance management
Nov 11, 2004
Until the introduction of MVI Technology, any measures of performance and analysis of productivity across the manufacturing process had been carried out manually.
Northern Irish manufacturing company moulds its future on 123MRP
Nov 11, 2004
Canyon Europe Ltd is the European arm of its Japanese parent company. Based in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, Canyon has a staff of 70 and manufactures injection moulded products. Their sales, production and stock control were controlled through a series of separate spreadsheets.
VSc Solutions announces Dispatch Dynamic to squeeze more cost out of last mile logistics and improve customer service
Nov 11, 2004
Unique collaboration of key players and integrated end-to-end solution improves control, optimisation and visibility from order receipt to proof-of-delivery.
EXEL SHORTLISTED FOR MAJOR NEW MINISTRY OF DEFENCE SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATION
Nov 11, 2004
Company's experience in defence sector puts it in good stead for combined operation.
Inc. Magazine Names Vocollect One of North America's Fastest Growing, Privately Held Companies
Nov 11, 2004
Aggressive worldwide expansion and new innovations fuel record growth in 2004.
POOR DATA QUALITY WILL SERIOUSLY DAMAGE BUSINESS HEALTH PREDICTS BUTLER GROUP
Nov 11, 2004
Butler Group Report on Data Quality and Integrity highlights failure by businesses to assess data quality and points to damaging consequences of failing to do so.
IT Departments Still Not meeting Business Expectations, Claims SMARTS
Nov 11, 2004
Business managers scathing about IT departments' understanding of their business: One in two business managers view IT as "poor value for money".
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.
