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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Infor Unveils Latest Version of Infor TRANS4M for Automotive ERP and Supply Chain Management

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New Features Enhance Operational Cost Reduction.

Hazlewood Cakes & Desserts Moves to Real Time with Syncro

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In order to improve this process and reduce the amount of human and keyboard based errors that were arising, Hazlewood Cakes & Desserts contacted Indigo Software about its Syncro data capture solution.

AD Plastik Improves Production Planning With Logility Voyager Solutions

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Results include a 20% reduction in labor requirements; reductions in planning time and inventory levels; and planning accuracy improvements

Increased customer satisfaction and improved business processes at ReTurn

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Getting the right product to the right customer at the right time has always been a challenge, but reversing that process can be even more difficult.

Cybit extends real-time fleet tracking and asset management with powerful new GPRS capability

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Extends modular Fleetstar-Online functionality with integration of real-time GPRS monitoring system Real-time location updates ensure highest levels of accuracy, enabling next generation telematics capabilities such as a new 'Find My Nearest' service.

IDC Presents Leadership Grids for Major European CRM, SCM, and Overall Business Solution Services Providers

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IDC has analyzed the largest European solution services players on their opportunity alignment and ability to gain share in the Western European SCM, CRM, and overall business solution services market in a series of three studies.

INFORMATICA LEADS ENTERPRISE DATA INTEGRATION MARKET, SAYS INDEPENDENT RESEARCH FIRM

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Report lauds PowerCenter data integration platform for "extreme scalability, advanced connectivity and complete collaborative capability".

Pantek Launches Nexus Real-Time Scheduling Monitoring System

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Real time interface Connects Wonderwares InTouch Visualisation Software to Preactor Advanced Planning & Scheduling System.

PALL-EX UK AND SIMS WORLD-WIDE LOGISTICS SECURE JOINT LOGISTICS DEAL

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Contract for transportation, warehousing, and inventory management is signed with SAF Oerlikon UK Limited

NEW QUALITY SYSTEM FOR KAPPA SSK

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Major paper recyclers and manufacturers Kappa SSK have selected QISv5 quality information software from QISoft for their Birmingham mill.

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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