As businesses grow beyond national borders, the need to support multiple languages, time zones and even legal requirements forces many organisations to re-evaluate the roll of IT to serve a wider global need and bridge the gap between partners and customers across the world.
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.
No Traffic Jam at BMW
Sep 29, 2005
To assist the production of the BMW 3 Series at the Munich Plant, SyncroSupply controls the movements of approximately 140 trucks per day and directs them to and from their loading points.
Multinational food company, Sdzucker AG deploys Vordel to secure supply chain communications with logistics partners and suppliers
Sep 29, 2005
Vordel secures Web Services based SAP XI partner integration infrastructure for Europes largest sugar producer
Masternaut EURO 15 million deal brings new dynamic scheduling technology to the UK
Sep 29, 2005
Providing the usual Masternaut benefits of ease of use, fast implementation and affordability, the M-OptiTime solution will link real scheduling with live tracking and is suitable for small, medium and large organisations.
Nisa-Todays continues successful recruitment drive with new member communication and order capture system from Enabler
Sep 29, 2005
The new system provides web-based ordering for members, immediate access to product substitutions, integration with stores POS systems, on-line pre-sell ordering, tele-marketing and promotion management.
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.
