This weeks report on viruses and intruders looks at the Kedebe.B and Nopir.A worms, as well as the Bancos.NL Trojan.
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.
Paxar to Permanently Showcase its RFID Solutions at UKs RFID Centre
May 03, 2005
Paxar Corporation, a leading provider of fully integrated and innovative labelling, merchandising and identification solutions for apparel manufacturers and retailers, announces it will have a permanent stand at the RFID Centre in Bracknell to showcase its M&S RFID application as well as the 9855 RFID printer and other related products.
Parsons Brinckerhoff Aggregates Spend and Reduces Purchasing Costs with Epicor
May 03, 2005
Epicor Procurement Enables as much as 40 Percent Cost Savings through On-Contract Purchasing and Improved Efficiency in Purchasing Process.
RM Curtis Implements ERP Solution from Index
May 03, 2005
Index Computer Systems announced today that it had been chosen to supply the RM Curtis group of companies with a new ERP solution.
IBS extends the use of its world-leading supply chain management software to multiple platforms
May 03, 2005
IBS, in alliance with IBM, announces an extensive development plan for its software portfolio. In order to offer customers increased flexibility regarding technology infrastructure and to increase market share in selected industries, IBS will during 2006 offer versions of its supply chain-focused enterprise software suite, ASW, to run on i5/OS, Linux, Unix and Windows.
Compliance with the U.S. Bioterrorism Act of 2002 has a new ally in North America
May 03, 2005
Due to the rapidly expanding user base of the Catellae Food Traceability System, Lyngsoe Systems announces the launch of their web-based RFID enabled "Food Track & Trace solution" in the United States.
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.
