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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.
Belgravium Launches New Wireless Scanner
May 04, 2005
The WS-100 is a rugged wireless bar code scanner suitable for heavy duty industrial, logistics and retail applications. A cold store version, operating at -30 degrees Celsius, is also available and is unique in todays data capture market place.
METRO Group and Intermec Demonstrate Generation 2 RFID System at ECR, Paris
May 04, 2005
Demonstration believed to be the first of its kind in Europe.
Research shows confusion still reigns over compliance
May 04, 2005
Fewer IT directors claim compliance whilst more admit lack of knowledge.
Reqio increases its commitment to delivering RFID data management solutions by entering the RFID Centre alongside Microsoft, Intel and Manhattan Associates
May 04, 2005
"The promise of RFID is on the horizon, but to make it work retailers must establish clean, consistent product data so that partners can interpret RFID messages when received."
Dont be too quick to jump through those demand-led hoops
May 04, 2005
The demands of tomorrows supply chain will be no less than those being experienced today. We, the consumers, are increasingly coming to expect better service and more reliability from our suppliers, the retailers and manufacturers. These expectations are resonating backwards and manifesting themselves at all levels through the supply chain.
ZEBRA TECHNOLOGIES PREVIEWS R110PAX4 MULTI-PROTOCOL PRINT ENGINE TO MEET GROWING RFID PRINT-AND-APPLY DEMANDS
May 04, 2005
Companies looking to use the R110PAX4 multi-protocol print engine in their print-and-apply systems in order to comply with the new radio frequency identification (RFID) labeling mandates and initiatives issued by the major retailers in Europe, can rest assured that the investment they make in the technology now will be protected in the future as RFID standards change and new ones emerge.
14 June 2005 - When you don't go to the trade shows, they come to you!
May 04, 2005
PTMS (Psion Teklogix Mobile show) is an exhibition of the latest product and solution offerings of Psion Teklogix mobile computing software and hardware range. It is a real time presentation of the product capabilities in as real an environment as possible.
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.
