Pierson Broome, business development manager for Aldata Solution, a leading provider of software solutions for the global retail industry and voice technology pioneer, puts the case for voice automation and how it can be adopted by UK retailers and wholesalers.
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.
LECASUD automates manual processes for competitive advantage
Mar 28, 2006
LECASUD (Leclerc Centrale dAchat Sud), a co-operative retail business and part of Frances largest privately-owned retail chain, Leclerc, has replaced its largely manual supply chain processes with wireless, voice and computer enabled systems to cut the time taken to process orders.
TUBE LINES USES SYMBOL MOBILE COMPUTERS AND SYCLO MOBILE SOFTWARE TO MODERNISE THE LONDON UNDERGROUND
Mar 28, 2006
Symbol and Syclo Joint Solution Improves 24-day Work Process to 24-hours and Keeps the London Underground Running Smoothly
Access Accounting launches Dimensions Manufacturing
Mar 28, 2006
Manufacturing companies will find controlling their production operations both easier and more efficient with the recently launched Dimensions Manufacturing solution from award-winning developer, Access Accounting Ltd.
New Improved Windows Mobile Functionality with mSuite 4.2
Mar 28, 2006
Announcing the release of CommonTime mSuite 4.2 - this new release brings greater Lotus Notes functionality to Windows Mobile devices.
Companies' failure to recognise e-mails and messages as key documents jeopardises legal compliance
Mar 28, 2006
Only 21% of companies archive e-mails into their records management system or have dedicated e-mail management software, according to a recent survey by industry-association AIIM.
Indigo adds web services and becomes 'NetDespatch Ready'
Mar 28, 2006
NetDespatch has announced that "Indigo" the popular transport management system from Neil Porter Associates is the first software application to win full 'NetDespatch Ready' accreditation
iAnywhere Announces New Version of Afaria Frontline Management and Security Solution
Mar 28, 2006
iAnywhere, a subsidiary of Sybase, Inc. today announced the general availability of Afaria 5.4.
PRISYMID PROVIDES A COMPLETE RFID SOLUTION
Mar 28, 2006
Leading labelling and auto-identification specialist offers new turnkey solution based on its innovative PRISYM software
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.
