Hand Held Products, the worlds leading supplier of image-based data collection systems, has joined forces with Innov8, the mobile solutions specialist. The result is a hand held computer that is ideal for van sales applications.
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.
8 November 2005 -- RFID Networking Forum
Sep 14, 2005
The RFID Networking Forum is designed to help you explore the opportunities and address the challenges faced when considering the adoption of RFID technology.
7 November -- RFID Futures Conference
Sep 14, 2005
This conference will be of interest to all who wish to better understand the implications of RFID technology and where it is heading.
CARREFOUR TO DEPLOY ALDATA G.O.L.D. IN FURTHER COUNTRIES
Sep 14, 2005
Aldatas and Carrefours project for the international deployment of Aldata G.O.L.D software is proceeding according to plan and pilot systems for areas are now in place. In the next phase Aldata G.O.L.D. will be deployed in further Carrefour countries.
Fighting the fear factors in Logistics IT
Sep 14, 2005
Technological advances in communications and computing have revolutionised much of the service industry with the advent of Internet-based commerce enhancing this further. Given the clear business benefits of embracing IT, it certainly begs the question, "Why are logistics operations being so cautious to adopt technology?"
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.
