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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.
To tag or not to tag there is no question
Jun 24, 2005
A look at the state of the RFID market today, by Ros Wilson, Supply Chain Product Manager at SSA Global.
Arla Foods Invest in Voice Picking from Consafe Logistics
Jun 24, 2005
Consafe Logistics and Arla foods have signed a contract for a voice picking system for diary products and fresh foods at Arlas Distribution terminals. The first system, currently being implemented at the Hobro terminal in Denmark, will put 75 voice terminals into service this summer. Arla is the first company using the pick-by voice technology in Denmark.
Habitat win for Nemea
Jun 24, 2005
This is the first phase in a major programme that, over the next four years, will incorporate systems, processes and organisational structure to deliver a complete new supply chain solution.
Doncasters global ERP deal takes off at Paris Air Show
Jun 24, 2005
In support of a global strategy to standardise systems and processes across its 25 companies, Doncasters wanted to introduce a standard IT solution into the groups core businesses. A deal with SYSPRO ERP supplier, Information Engineering, was formally signed at the Paris Air Show.
21 to 22 September 2005 -- MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE TO YOUR BUSINESS BY VISITING LOGISTICS LINK NORTH
Jun 24, 2005
Materials handling, racking, storage, packaging, contract logistics, vehicle fleet management/telematics, supply chain software, wireless technology/RDT, printing, barcoding, labelling and other specialist suppliers are among the market-leading providers of supply chain solutions participating at the Logistics Link North exhibition being held again at Doncaster Racecourse on the 21st/22nd September 2005.
Findel Education Chooses Kewill to Provide EDI Solution
Jun 24, 2005
Findel Education is the latest major company to outsource supply chain data exchange to Kewill. Other recent managed service customers include Ted Baker, Speciality Retail Group and Littlewoods.
Infor Global Reveals Product Roadmap
Jun 24, 2005
Infor Global Solutions, a supplier of enterprise applications that has acquired 13 companies since its founding in 2002, today outlined its technology roadmap, saying that its large portfolio of software products would be subject to a new development and integration environment that will eventually produce a common user interface, database independence and the adoption of such industry standards as J2EE and Microsoft's .NET platform.
Zethcon Corporation and Blue Sky Logistics Form Product Partnership
Jun 24, 2005
Zethcon Corporation and Austin, Texas-based Blue Sky Logistics today announced a product partnership whereby Zethcon, a leading provider of advanced warehouse management and logistics technology, will fully integrate and market Blue Sky's Insight product as part of it's own suite of supply-chain technology offerings.
UK Foods Doubles Sales Using JDA Portfolio Space Planning Solutions
Jun 24, 2005
JDA Software Group announced that Unilever UK Foods Ltd. has doubled category sales as a result of using JDA Portfolio Planning and Forecasting solutions for category management.
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.
