Argos has just opened a new distribution centre in Faverdale which is being run by Exel. Please see below for the announcement from Argos.
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.
The New Vehicle Cradle for the Datalogic Jet PDA
Nov 11, 2005
The Datalogic Jet vehicle cradle is a now available to mount the Datalogic Jet PDA on vehicles for protection from vibrations and to supply power.
Precision Software presents i3 Ship at the Haydock Thistle Hotel, Haydock, Merseyside, Thursday 24th November 2005
Nov 11, 2005
i3 Ship: The integrated solution to help you save time and money when shipping with parcel carriers
Weekly report on viruses and intruders
Nov 11, 2005
OVER HALF OF CHINESE MALWARE AIMS TO STEAL PASSWORDS, SOPHOS WARNS
Sweet Success as Thorntons Rolls-out Manhattan Associates Supply Chain Solutions
Nov 11, 2005
Warehouse Management and Performance Management Solutions Help Thorntons Cut Costs and Improve Accuracy
ToolsGroup DPM Software Earns SAP NetWeaver Integration Certification
Nov 11, 2005
ToolsGroup, the leading supplier of distribution-focused inventory optimization solutions, today announced that its DPM software solution has achieved certification for its integration via the SAP NetWeaver platform, earning the designation Certified for SAP NetWeaver.
UK LAUNCH OF APRESTA WILL PROVIDE SECURE WIRELESS ACCESS TO A WIDE VARIETY OF ENTERPRISE INFORMATION
Nov 11, 2005
Powerful solution will deliver anytime/anywhere access via any mobile device to enterprise data, applications, and business processes
VERLAGSUNION EXTENDS CONTRACT WITH EXEL IN GERMANY
Nov 11, 2005
Exel, global leader in supply chain management, has extended its existing contract with Verlagsunion (VU), one of the largest magazine distributors based in Germany, to include reverse logistics.
RFID FROM PAXAR PROVES FULLY FUNCTIONAL FOR METRO GROUP
Nov 11, 2005
Paxar supplies labels with a 100% read rate.
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.
