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 & LabellingTransport Management, Asset Management Software and Mobile Computing.

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15 February 2006 -- Information Lifecycle Management Event will cover content, storage and security issues

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AIIM, the content management association, with the support of the Storage Networking Industry Association (SNIA) Europe, will bring a new event, iLMe, covering all aspects of information content, storage and security management to Leeds, UK on 15th February 2006.

1 September - 30 November -- NATIONWIDE SOFTWARE ASSET MANAGEMENT SEMINARS GET FLYING START

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SME's to get advice on Software Asset Management from experts.

Epicor Announces Portal Strategy with Support of Microsoft

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Epicor Portal to Leverage Microsoft SharePoint Products and Technologies to Provide a Standardized Portal Solution Combining Powerful Performance with Rich Content

Acceptance Sampling Schemes for Manufacturers

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BSI Business Information has just published BS 6000 Parts 1, 2 and 3 that provide guidance on selecting procedures and systems on acceptance sampling.

Infors Market Leadership Strengthened With 170 New Customers

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Infor, the largest enterprise software provider focused exclusively on solving the essential challenges of customers in the manufacturing and distribution industries, today announced the addition of 170 new customers in its fourth fiscal quarter 2005.

Swisslog wins order with A.G. Barr

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UK Drinks Manufacturer A.G. Barr is centralizing distribution with the help of Swisslogs automated & manual solutions for warehouse operations.

Manhattan Associates Announces Definitive Agreement to Acquire Evant

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Extends Leading Supply Chain Solution Provider into Demand Planning & Forecasting and Replenishment Markets

20 October -- Supply Chain Modelling Forum

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We are delighted to announce the 3rd Supply Chain Modelling Forum sponsored by Radical, the supply chain modelling specialist. The conference will take place on Thursday 20 October 2005 at the Ansty Hall Hotel, Ansty, Nr Coventry, UK.

Witter Towbars move to SYSPRO

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Witter Towbars, the UKs leading towbar manufacturer, is updating its business IT software with a fully integrated SYSPRO manufacturing, distribution and financial system from McGuffie Brunton.

UTi Integrated Logistics to Enhance Labor Efficiency with RedPrairies Workforce Performance Management Solution

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Leading Logistics Services Provider Will Better Serve Customers Through Faster Throughput and Cycle Times, While Minimizing Costs

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.

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