Three years ago, with the increase in Internet use for sales, customer support and particularly e-mail, the company experienced an increasing amount of e-mail viruses. Relyon realised that its desktop-based anti-virus security wasnt 100% effective any more because the company was struggling to get its desktops updated quickly after a new virus was announced.
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.
Relyon uses MailDefender to protect the company against the almost 3000 spam e-mails it receives on daily basis
Sep 22, 2005
EPCglobal ratifies first software standard for EPC/RFID as build-out of the EPCglobal network continues
Sep 22, 2005
Standard will enable more efficient collection and movement of EPC Data, making supply chains visible and traceable in real time; opens door for proliferation of standards-based software
Rolls-Royce Deploys SSA Global Solutions...
Sep 22, 2005
...For Improved Business Performance and Customer Service
Preactor enabled Lean Manufacturing provides Harmon with the competitive edge
Sep 22, 2005
Investment has always been a high priority for Harmon, as is evidenced by the latest CNC machines in the machining and grinding facilities. Investment in a new IT infrastructure with an emphasis on more effective production scheduling has also proved highly beneficial for the company, as its use of Preactor 200 FCS proves.
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.
