Remote inventory management and supply chain logistics keeps construction on schedule.
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.
NEW ENTRANT, TMS2, PROVIDES TRANSPORT PROFESSIONALS TOOLS TO INCREASE FLEET EFFICIENCY
Apr 27, 2005
TMS2 delivers a portfolio of flexible, real-time, telematics solutions [including vehicle tracking, trailer tracking, actual v. plan and navigation] via a centrally managed hub-based service that integrates with an organisations supply chain system. Information is gathered from vehicles/drivers mobile devices and stored in the TMS2 network hub, where it can be accessed using a standard Internet web browser.
SAP AND MACROMEDIA ADVANCE USABILITY OF ENTERPRISE SOFTWARE
Apr 27, 2005
Close collaboration yields rich, intuitive business applications that increase productivity, reduce training costs, and extend use of existing software investments.
18 - 20 May 2005 -- Benefits of automated planning and scheduling - with new combinatorial optimization
Apr 27, 2005
Axxom Roadshow comes to Cork, Dublin and Galway.
STERLING COMMERCE POSITIONED IN LEADER QUADRANT IN B2B GATEWAY PROVIDERS MAGIC QUADRANT FOR SECOND QUARTER 2005
Apr 27, 2005
Leaders are performing well today, have a clear vision of market direction and are actively building competencies to sustain their leadership position in the market.
Stratus CA Framework launched for plant-wide IT "availability" lifecycle challenges in Life Sciences manufacturing
Apr 27, 2005
Named the Stratus CA (continuous availability) Framework(tm), it is a unified portfolio of comprehensive services and products that will reduce the complexity, cost and risk of deploying and maintaining operational continuity in highly regulated manufacturing environments.
Bull Market for GPS Fleet Management Systems
Apr 27, 2005
Discrete Wireless Announces 2000th Customer - Installed At More Than 300 New Businesses in First Quarter Alone
ARAMARK chooses BCP's Accord Retailer for MOD stores
Apr 27, 2005
Business Computer Projects Ltd (BCP), the retail and supply chain solutions specialist, has implemented its Accord Retailer retail management solution at a number of MOD stores on behalf of managed services supplier, ARAMARK UK.
Scheduling for a moving world
Apr 27, 2005
Internet-based vehicle scheduling helps farms overcome dead animal disposal problem.
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.
