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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.
Top Tips from 2006 to Avoiding Spam
Dec 19, 2006
Here are a number of suggestions from McAfee that can help prevent your email address from becoming a target to spammers.
Intelligent Transport Conference
Dec 19, 2006
This free one-day conference, sponsored by IBM, Symbol Technologies and Microlise, addresses the major issues facing those responsible for logistics, goods in transit and the assets used to transport them.
RedPrairie to acquire StorePerform
Dec 19, 2006
RedPrairie Corporation and StorePerform Technologies, Inc. have signed a definitive agreement, whereby RedPrairie will acquire StorePerform Technologies, Inc, to become part of RedPrairies Retail Productivity Solutions division
Wavetrend expands into Asia/Pacific region through relationship with RC Group
Dec 19, 2006
Wavetrend, manufacturer of active Radio Frequency Identification technology, has appointed the AIM-listed biometrics and RFID specialist RC Group (Holdings) Limited as an Accredited Channel Partner for the Asia/Pacific region.
Simplification of data protection solutions key to BakBones rapid growth
Dec 19, 2006
BakBone Software, a global provider of heterogeneous integrated data protection solutions, is poised to continue its strong growth according to the latest vendor profile from leading IT market research and advisory firm, IDC.
Digital vaulting booms as Cyber-Ark signs Vistorm
Dec 19, 2006
The last quarter has been the best ever for Cyber-Ark Software, the information security software company that develops and markets Digital Vaults for securing and managing privileged passwords and highly-sensitive information.
Greater control, accessibility and cost-efficiency
Dec 19, 2006
Three reasons why you should Web-enable the supply chain by Tony Parkinson, Managing Director, Option Systems Limited (OSL)
NSK selects Kewill to optimize their processes
Dec 19, 2006
NSK Europe Ltd selects Kewill Interchain to optimize their Logistic processes for the European market
SPICERS TO ROLL OUT VOICE PICKING TECHNOLOGY FROM VOITEQ
Dec 19, 2006
VoiteQ makes great impression in trials at Spicers for warehouse voice directed picking system
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.
