Customs processing software specialist Impatex has developed a time-saving automated electronic "bridge" which enables importers to base their Supplementary Declaration for Imports (SDI) on the information already filed in their Simplified Frontier Declaration (SFD) by their customs clearance agent.
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.
The Top 5 Questions for the Supply Chain Manager:
Apr 05, 2005
This year is likely to bring a mixture of challenges and opportunities to the Supply Chain Director. Here we pose 5 key questions.
Nine suggestions for the warehouse and logistics management of the future
Apr 05, 2005
Warehouse and logistics management is not just about WMS, minipackers, conveyors, RFID and forklifts. It is also about employees who have to be organized and managed in a way that creates both job satisfaction and productivity. And much more besides.
Simulation can strengthen logistics management
Apr 05, 2005
Simulation is an easy and effective decision-making tool that allows warehouse managers to test the impact of a change in product placement, the introduction of new forklift types, or a completely different initiative.
SNCF OUTSOURCES SPARE PARTS LOGISTICS TO TNT LOGISTICS
Apr 05, 2005
Through its PLI (Performance Logistique Industrielle) initiative, SNCF aims at improving its maintenance operations and thus the overall availability of its trains, by consolidating in a central warehouse the inventory currently held in several of its 55 repairs & maintenance centres across France.
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.