Acrastyle has introduced a new ERP system to eliminate waste from its manufacturing and business processes
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.
SCM new product showcase at Softworld
Mar 09, 2006
Show to host almost 40 new product launches covering all aspects of supply chain management
Serious Food opts for BCPs Accord
Mar 09, 2006
Foodservice wholesaler, Serious Food Distribution, is making a 50,000 investment in a 15 user Accord system from supply chain solutions specialist, Business Computer Projects Ltd
Precision Software Announces Launch of Multi-Carrier Parcel Shipping Solution
Mar 09, 2006
Precision Software Limited today announced a new release its i3Ship product that has been specifically designed to give companies in the banking, financial, legal and services sector the opportunity to better manage their parcel shipping process.
eCOURIER TRANSFORMS COURIER INDUSTRY WITH O2
Mar 09, 2006
O2 today announces the successful implementation of a fully automated mobile despatch solution by eCourier, the first of its kind in the courier industry.
Manhattan Associates Helps Companies Achieve Compliance with Class 1 Generation 2 RFID Technology Standards
Mar 09, 2006
Manhattan Associates today announced its offering of Class 1 Generation 2 RFID technology to help companies comply with recent changes in RFID standards.
SEEBURGER UPGRADES INVENTORY MONITOR TO AID SUPPLY CHAIN OPTIMISATION
Mar 09, 2006
New Supplier and 3PL Logistics Tracking, Dynamic Min/Max, Supplier Scorecards
Consafe Logistics and Jeeves Information Systems launches warehouse management module
Mar 09, 2006
Consafe Logistics and Jeeves Information Systems have signed an agreement to release advanced warehouse management support in Jeeves Enterprise business system, available from June 2006.
ERP solution replaces bespoke in-house IT system & applications
Mar 09, 2006
Landmark Wholesale has invested 80,000 in Microsoft Axapta from leading software vendor Ardent Solutions
McPhillips cuts costs with Trackit Fleet from BT
Mar 09, 2006
Local contractors overhauls IT systems with fleet management solution from BT
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.
