In our age of technology, here is a disconcerting thought: more than half of the warehouses in North America and Europe still rely on paper rather than an automated system. Essentially, companies lack inventory visibility, suffer operating inefficiencies and waste resources within the supply chain.
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.
Kwik-Fit ramps-up customer service with new mobile system
Jan 15, 2009
New mobile system delivers five per cent increases in efficiency and cuts communications costs by 75 per cent
Optimising inventory where to start?
Jan 15, 2009
Supply chain and manufacturing experts have been faced with a new set of challenges, managing increased complexity during a recession.
Transactions cost savings through the implementation of EDI
Jan 15, 2009
In financially troubled times the pressure is on to identify savings at every level of the organisation.
GS1 UK backs industry initiative to standardise mobile scanning.
Jan 15, 2009
GS1 UK has announced its participation in a worldwide industry initiative, GS1 Mobile Com, which will enable consumers to access product information via their mobile phones.
Honeywell area-imaging scanners ready to read standardised coding on pharmaceutical packaging
Jan 15, 2009
Preparing for the planned EU initiative that will require 2D bar codes on all pharmaceutical packaging within Europe.
The Carphone Warehouse puts the customer first with RedPrairies Execution Management Solution
Jan 15, 2009
The Carphone Warehouse, has successfully rolled out an Execution Management application from RedPrairie to its UK stores, to bridge the information gap between head office and stores.
Tarkett selects OM Partners for optimising its eight business units in Europe
Jan 15, 2009
Tarket has gone live with OM Partners software in its business unit homogeneous vinyl. It is the first of eight business units in which OMP Plus will be used for forecasting and planning.
ADM Londis picks up on the benefits of Voice Technology
Jan 15, 2009
Substantial savings for Londis and TDG Logistics following their investment in Accord Voice WMS.
Event to boost competitiveness of manufacturing sector
Jan 15, 2009
Manufacturing businesses in Leeds are being urged to attend a local conference designed to help them increase competiveness and survive the current economic conditions.
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.
