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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.
Weekly report on viruses and intruders
Apr 08, 2005
In this weeks report well be looking at variants of the Mytob worm, a new variant of malware affecting cell phones and a new kind of online fraud.
TiVA CHALKS UP MAJOR PROFILER WIN WITH NSPCC
Apr 08, 2005
The UK's procurement and supply chain specialist, TiVA, continues its winning streak after signing the NSPCC to it's intelligent supplier management and profiling solution, Profiler.
IGNORE TECHNOLOGY FOR CSR COMPLIANCE AT YOUR PERIL
Apr 08, 2005
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is undoubtedly a big issue for business in 2005 with its potential impact on reputation, customer confidence and ultimately profits.
WITRON to use RFID for Major Project in Spain
Apr 08, 2005
Witron Logistik + Informatik GmbH will use RFID-tags within the dry, fresh and frozen goods areas of the new logistics center near Madrid that the company is implementing for the Spanish supermarket chain Mercadona.
TRACKER REVEALS AN INSIGHT INTO VEHICLE TRACKING DATA
Apr 08, 2005
A recent analysis of the electronic reports produced by TRACKERs fleet management system, TRACKER Reporter, has revealed the true usage patterns for this type of technology. It is firmly centred on the basic fleet management needs of knowing the details of a vehicle journey, its destination and how long it was on the road.
PALLETWAYS UNVEILS FIRST REAL TIME IN CAB TECHNOLOGY FOR THE PALLET NETWORK INDUSTRY
Apr 08, 2005
Pioneering technology to be introduced to 1,200 Palletways vehicles across Europe.
Manhattan Associates Enhances EPC Manager Solution to Offer Ground-Breaking RFID Functionality
Apr 08, 2005
Latest Supply Chain RFID Capabilities Increase Visibility and Accuracy by Providing Serial Numbers at the Enterprise Level.
13; 14-15 September -- 2nd Annual Future Retail Forum
Apr 08, 2005
Europe's Elite Gathering of Retail Leaders. 14th & 15th September, Pre-conference Tour on the 13th, 2005, Dsseldorf, Germany
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.
