Agility Systems has won a major contract to supply specialist software solutions to tea and coffee merchants, Taylors of Harrogate.
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.
Telematics expert Punch Telematix selects Telits M2M module for reliable data transfer
Oct 04, 2006
Punch Telematix, a leading supplier of telematics applications, is implementing the powerful and yet reasonably priced GSM/GPRS module from the Italian M2M specialist Telit in its automotive solution CarBox.
Unitech's new feature packed hand held opens up the options for warehouse apps
Oct 04, 2006
Rugged PDA manufacturer, Unitech, has launched the new HT660 compact and aggressive rugged mobile computer as part of its hand held terminal line.
TXT e-solutions goes to the USA
Oct 04, 2006
TXT e-solutions, an international player in Demand & Supply Chain Management solutions, establishes a presence in the USA
As Labour Management gains momentum, Manhattan Associates takes market share
Oct 04, 2006
Growing number of companies turn to Manhattan Associates
Hallmark Optimises Inbound Supply Chain with Management Dynamics
Oct 04, 2006
Global Greeting Card Publisher Improves Visibility and Trading Partner Connectivity
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.
