Richard Lambert, CBI Director-General, has commented on the Bank of Englands latest Credit Conditions Survey and the need for measures to restore credit flows across the economy, including the car industry.
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.
CBI comments on Bank of England survey and measures needed to tackle trade credit shortage
Jan 09, 2009
Fake Antivirus Extortion Set to Grow in 2009 - 10 things users can do to protect themselves in 2009
Jan 09, 2009
Amongst the top threats that ESET predicts for 2009 is the increasing volume and sophistication of hackers' attempts to extort money from end users in return for fake anti-malware.
Software systems for SMEs
Jan 09, 2009
The IT revolution of the past three decades has impacted on every business of every size...
Manhattan Associates and IBM to deliver best-in-class eCommerce suite
Jan 09, 2009
Manhattan Associates, Inc. has announced that its Distributed Order Management (DOM) solution now features certified integration with WebSphere Commerce from IBM.
QVC distribution centre employs continuous thermal printing from Printronix
Jan 09, 2009
To meet increasing demands, QVC expanded its distribution center at Hckelhoven and added the latest in logistics technology.
Getting Supply Chain Management on the Board Room Agenda
Jan 09, 2009
This video addresses the impact of supply chain management of shareholder value, the impact of good supply chain approaches in supporting growth and how supply chain events can result in a 20% reduction in share price.
How will Tesco keep shelves full in the run up to Christmas? With a little help from Isotrak, as a fascinating web video reveals
Jan 09, 2009
The video shows how Isotrak plays a central role in Tescos highly automated Continuous Stock Replenishment System, which keeps shelves full at Tescos 2169 UK stores.
RedPrairie reveals how to safeguard your supply chain at Logistics Link South
Jan 09, 2009
RedPrairie Corporation will be discussing how importers, warehouse operators, freight forwarders, agents, carriers and manufacturers can comply with the Authorised Economic Operator accreditation at the Logistics Link South event.
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.
