RedPrairie suite of products will enhance its competitive position in the Northern European 3PL market
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.
DFDS Transport Solutions will implement RedPrairie Solution across 34 sites in eight countries
Sep 28, 2005
System 3R International increases efficiency with IBS
Sep 28, 2005
IBS has signed a contract with System 3R International for installation of IBS software in a total of ten countries in Europe, North America and Asia. With the new software solution, System 3R will increase efficiency in its order process, warehouse management and distribution.
8th & 10th November 2005 -- Logistics Showcase: Traditional ERP companies fail to meet needs of mid-sized companies
Sep 28, 2005
Consultants identify needs solutions providers rise to challenge
Manhattan Associates helps Games Workshop improve its order fulfilment speed and reduce costs
Sep 28, 2005
Warehouse management solution for open systems improves speed, accuracy and efficiency
29 November 2005 -- RFID plays a more important role in the European retail market
Sep 28, 2005
On Tuesday the 29th of November 2005, in cooperation with Logica CMG, Heliview Conferences organizes the European Conference RFID Solutions Today.
8 November 2005 -- RFID Enabled Warehousing and Distribution Think Tank
Sep 28, 2005
This Think Tank will bring together the key end users in the warehousing and distribution industry to discuss the issues that arise with using RFID technology in the warehouse and distribution environment.
Cisco joins Intermec RFID Rapid Start Licensing Program
Sep 28, 2005
The Intellitag IF5 RFID fixed reader from Intermec Technologies Corp. has become the first RFID (radio frequency identification) device to meet test criteria in testing by an independent testing facility for interoperability with the Cisco RFID Solution introduced today by Cisco Systems, the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet, at the EPCglobal Conference in Atlanta.
CTL Director Publishing Next Must-Read for Supply Chain Professionals
Sep 28, 2005
Book to be released October 1, 2005
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.
