The company has been able to radically improve the management of its drivers and fitters and its 140 strong delivery fleet.
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.
Quartix gains award
Apr 23, 2009
Quartix has won the Institute of Transport Managements Vehicle Tracking Solutions 2009 award.
New EASEOFCARE Service Programme from Datalogic Mobile
Apr 23, 2009
Datalogic Mobiles EASEOFCARE Maintenance Contract Programmes have now been enhanced with new benefits at a cost-effective price.
Hitachi optimises order picking and receiving processes with Zetes
Apr 23, 2009
Hitachi Transport System has selected Zetes multimodal voice solution 3iV Crystal to optimise the picking and receiving operations in its brand new warehouse in Waardenburg.
Snapfulfil benefits charity
Apr 23, 2009
Following the outstanding success of their WMS Snapfulfil implementations Snapfulfil came to the attention of one of the Princes Trust charities and its supporting logistics partner.
Psion Teklogix electrifies E.ON with 350 Ikns
Apr 23, 2009
Psion Teklogix has supplied a major order of 350 Ikn rugged PDAs to E.ON Central Networks that will help to enhance the companys field service activities.
Extech introduces Apex 2 thermal printer
Apr 23, 2009
Extech Instruments has introduced the Apex 2 Direct Thermal Printer, the newest addition to the companys Apex series of thermal receipt printers.
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.
