A survey by procurement and supply chain specialist, TiVA, has unearthed the frustrations procurement professionals are currently facing when trying to get the most value out of up to 22,000 supplier relationships and budgets topping 20BN.
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.
PROCUREMENT PROFESSIONALS STRUGGLE TO OPTIMISE THEIR ROLE ACCORDING TO A SURVEY BY TiVA
May 17, 2005
EXEL MAKES TWO SENIOR SEAFREIGHT APPOINTMENTS
May 17, 2005
Company strengthens platform for seafreight one of the most secure and cost-effective modes of transport.
ORIFLAME COSMETICS SELECTS SOFTBRANDS' FOURTH SHIFT ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING SOLUTION FOR ITS CHINA OPERATIONS
May 17, 2005
The Fourth Shift software is already being installed at Oriflame's manufacturing centre in Poland and will be operated in conjunction with its new manufacturing plant outside Shanghai, China.
Information Engineering Releases New SYSPRO Business Intelligence Solution
May 17, 2005
SYSPRO Analytics addresses what the Gartner Group says is one of the major issues facing business leaders today that of enabling enterprises to provide their staffs with the information needed to make real-time, informed, actionable business decisions.
Queen's Awards Invite Applications from Logistics Sector
May 17, 2005
Successful companies from the logistics sector are being invited to apply now for a chance to win a Queen's Awards for Enterprise - the UK's most prestigious Award for business-related achievement.
Identification System Lifts Manufacturing Efficiency at Kone
May 17, 2005
Kone is one of the worlds leading lift manufacturers with 35,000 workers and a global network of branches. Based in Italy, where it is market leader, the company recently implemented an identification system from Intermec and AIDC specialist BPS which has minimised production errors and reduced wastage of materials.
22 June -- RFID Executive Briefing and Demonstration
May 17, 2005
Presented by SSI, Intermec and Microsoft. At the RFID Centre, Bracknell on Wednesday 22nd June.
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.
