A mixture of regulation and the need to provide quality guarantees to customers, has made production tracking and traceability a business imperative for retailers and manufacturers alike, says Pierson Broome, business development manager at Aldata Solution. How can software ensure compliance?
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.
Sidewinder Technology Drives Sainsburys to You Home Delivery Booking Service
Sep 19, 2005
Sidewinder today revealed that its RealTIME Scheduler software solution, is now powering the Sainsburys to You grocery delivery online delivery planning tool.
Sidewinder Helps Orbis with Better Property Protection
Sep 19, 2005
Sidewinder today announced that its ServicePLATFORM real-time scheduling software has been selected by Orbis plc, Europe's leading empty property and neighbourhood improvement company. Orbis will be using the Sidewinder software to improve efficiency and reduce cost by more effectively scheduling its 250 work crews throughout the UK.
SYMBOL TECHNOLOGIES UNVEILS NEXT-GENERATION HANDHELD LASER SCANNER AND ENHANCED SERVICE PROGRAM FOR ALL SCANNING DEVICES
Sep 19, 2005
LS4208 Bar Code Scanner Redefines High-End Scanning
Eagle Eye and Sidewinder Europe partner to deliver improved customer service
Sep 19, 2005
Solution combining automated tracking and planning in real-time.
Manhattan Associates secures RFID leadership position with 31.3% market share
Sep 19, 2005
RFID solution provider of choice for growing number of companies
Sidewinder Europe invests in the future
Sep 19, 2005
Sidewinder Europe today announced its substantial minority shareholding in Datadialogs, a leading supplier of knowledge based solutions.
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.
