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 & LabellingTransport Management, Asset Management Software and Mobile Computing.

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PR100 portable GEN2 RFID reader from Tharo Systems, Inc

1 PR100 portable GEN2 RFID reader from Tharo Systems, Inc

Tharo Systems has introduced its new UHF Generation 2 RFID reader for under $1,000.

Carrier Enhances Foretrack Visibility and Savings for Operators

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Carrier Transicold has updated Foretrack, its proprietary satellite tracking and fleet management system

Outsourcing in the New World Order

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As senior management looks at areas where costs can be reduced, IT projects are inevitably coming under increased scrutiny and outsourcers are being challenged to prove their worth more than ever.Sanjiv Gossain, UK Managing Director of Cognizant Technology Solutions, explains how the role of outsourcing in the retail sector is changing in the current economic climate.

Infor most influential private technology company in the world

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An Aberdeen Group survey of more than 1600 business leaders in 36 countries ranks Infor as the most influential private technology company.

Unwitting manufacturers are being ripped off by lawyers

5 Unwitting manufacturers are being ripped off by lawyers

A study of 100 legal bills faced by manufacturing companies since the recession started in June 2008 revealed that nearly a quarter of all bills are inflated.

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.

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