Sustainability tops priorities for UK supply chain professionals but cherry picking, a narrow focus and fear of collaboration hinder genuine progress
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.
EMEA survey reveals a poor perception of IT Service Management
Sep 25, 2008
44% of senior management boards perceive it as a costly tick in the box exercise and a necessary evil
New automated logistics system unlocks a more dynamic supply chain for TJX Europe
Sep 25, 2008
TJX Europe, the company behind the successful TK Maxx and HomeSense retail chains, has invested in a high performance automated logistics system at its Processing Centre in Walsall
Registration for Logistics & ICT 2008 on the way
Sep 25, 2008
Logistics & ICT 2008, co-organised by Hannover Fairs Shanghai and Shenzhen-Tsinghua Logistics Research Centre, is to take place on 28 and 29 October at Renaissance Shanghai Pudong Hotel, China
QAD explores EMEA customer conference to focus on latest enterprise product innovations for global manufacturers
Sep 25, 2008
QAD, Inc. has announced that Ray Hammond, the experienced and widely published futurologist, will keynote its customer conference, QAD Explore EMEA 2008, being held from 17-19 November, 2008 in Sorrento, Italy
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.
