RedPrairies Transportation Management solution coordinates shipments across ALDIs network of North American distribution centers.
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.
The difference between theory and practice is achieving competitive advantage
Mar 17, 2009
The Saudi Arabian Supply Chain Intelligence Report (SCIR) 2008, has revealed a disconnect between theory and practise when it comes to supply chain management
Apprenticeships 'will help bridge skills gap'.
Mar 17, 2009
The Apprentice star is fronting a government supported scheme looking to increase the number of apprentices and bridge skills gaps within industry.
Experts warn manufacturing industry could face skills shortage
Mar 17, 2009
A survey of the industry has predicted that there will be 140,000 manufacturing job losses this year. According to recruitment experts at Warrington based Antal International, these losses could lead to a serious skills gap when the recession ends.
Jobshop is a tower of strength
Mar 17, 2009
Providing precision components for the global aero-engine market, Accrofab Limited is a key link within the aerospace industrys supply chain.
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.
