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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.
Wonderware and Pantek cement long term relationship with new contract
Feb 07, 2007
Pantek and Wonderware with over 15 years of successful joint trading have signed a new distribution agreement.
TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS 2007
Feb 07, 2007
Transport & Logistics, the largest Benelux trade show of its kind, will take place at Antwerp Expo from 25 to 27 September 2007.
Intermec Announces World-Class Medallion Complete Extended Service Coverage
Feb 07, 2007
Intermec Inc. recently announced Medallion Complete, a new world-class extended service coverage programme for Intermec data collection equipment.
Voxware and Sologlobe announce agreement
Feb 07, 2007
Canadian Supply Chain Execution system to feature voice-driven applications powered by Voxware
New Scheduling solution for Mittal Steel South Africa
Feb 07, 2007
New Broner Metals Solutions will increase production efficiency, improve deliveries, and reduce inventories
Texas Instruments Announces Availability of High-Frequency, Multi-Standard RFID Reader IC Family
Feb 07, 2007
Advanced Flexible Design Increases Reader Performance, Reduces IC Footprint
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.