The introduction of this software combination to Lane Packagings warehousing operation has enabled the company to boost operational efficiency across its 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.
Bank of England should be privatised says free-market think tank
Apr 03, 2009
The Bank of England should be privatised and once again empowered to regulate the banking system. This is the controversial conclusion of a new research paper Central Banking in a Free Society released by the Institute of Economic Affairs.
Preactor gets green light from Wonderware
Apr 03, 2009
Leading Advanced Planning and Scheduling system enhances existing strengths of leading Manufacturing Execution System and provides winning APS + MES combination.
Hard grafting is more inspirational than money for SMEs
Apr 03, 2009
As 16 brave contestants prepare to battle it out to become Sir Alan Sugars next apprentice, a new report reveals what Britains small business owners look for in a role model.
ERP market will take a hit in 2009, CRM market looking healthier'.
Apr 03, 2009
A recent IDC survey in Western Europe suggests that 2009 spending on ERP applications will be strongly impacted by the current economic crisis.
Honeywell puts the Dolphin 9950 into users hands
Apr 03, 2009
Honeywell has launched the Dolphin 9950 mobile computer, the latest product in the Dolphin 9900 mobile computer series.
Maternity leave and redundancy must be handled with utmost care by manufacturing firms
Apr 03, 2009
A leading law firm says recession stricken manufacturing firms can make women on maternity leave redundant but must follow the law to the letter.
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.
