Some of the leading retailers have had their supply chain inefficiencies laid bare when evaluating their performance versus competitors. Not to mention, the Sudan 1 Dye crisis where many food distributors and retailers had to recall/remove hundreds of food brands from their shelves/warehouses...
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.
Infor VISUAL to give Hydraulic Projects a lift
Sep 13, 2005
Infor Global continues its ongoing success in the Make-to-Order sector.
FOURTH SHIFT SUCCESSFULLY IMPLEMENTED AT GKN'S GERMAN SITE
Sep 13, 2005
Fourth Shift is being used to facilitate the manufacture of gearbox systems. GKN is a key supplier to the world's leading manufacturers of tractors, self-propelled vehicles and agricultural machinery.
Woven Success - Ulster Weavers achieves world class accreditation with Geac System21
Sep 13, 2005
A 200 year old Irish linen manufacturer has turned itself around to become the first textile company in the world to receive world class manufacturing status as a result of performance improvements realised following the successful deployment of a Geac MRP II (Manufacturing Resource Planning) system.
AGILITY ESTABLISHES NEW SUBSIDIARY COMPANY
Sep 13, 2005
Agility Systems, which is part of Chelford Group PLC, has launched a brand new subsidiary company to help businesses take advantage of emerging RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology.
DaimlerChrysler SELECTS SYMBOL TECHNOLOGIES Enterprise Mobility Solution to improve Plant Operations
Sep 13, 2005
All applications on the MC9000 are directly connected to DaimlerChryslers SAP Automotive System via the Mobisys Solution Builder, an SAP-certified add-on tool for Symbol mobile computers.
Epicor Delivers RFID Support
Sep 13, 2005
Epicor for Distribution Adds Inbound and Outbound RFID Capabilities Enabling Cost Efficiencies and Greater Access to Timely Information.
EXEL WINS TWO MAJOR RETAIL LOGISTICS CONTRACTS WITH DEBENHAMS AND CARPETRIGHT
Sep 13, 2005
Exel, the global leader in supply chain management, has won two retail logistics contracts. The first win will see Exel manage a purpose-built distribution centre (DC) in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire for Debenhams, the department store chain. The second business win is a five-year logistics contract with Carpetright plc, Europe's leading specialist carpet and floor covering retailer.
IDENTEC SOLUTIONS Active RFID Solution Implemented for Volkswagen
Sep 13, 2005
ILR RFID technology is being used by Volkswagen to speed up vehicle pickup and improve customer service.
SEEBURGER TECHNOLOGY TO SIMPLIFY TRADE CUSTOMER INTEGRATION, ADVANCE SAP NETWEAVER AND UCCnet INITIATIVES FOR WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
Sep 13, 2005
SEEBURGER Will Provide EDI Data Translation, Monitoring and Connectivity Services.
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.
