Agility has been appointed by Formula One Management to be the official customs clearing and on-site handling agent for all Formula 1 shipments during the inaugural 2009 Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
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.
Paris Gallery goes live with Oracle Retail applications
Oct 30, 2009
Paris Gallery, a leading luxury retailer in the Middle East, has implemented Oracle Retail and Oracle E-Business Suite applications to help support aggressive growth strategies.
Fleet Director upgrade sets new standards
Oct 30, 2009
Trafficmaster has just upgraded its Fleet Director fleet management system to include a range of enhancements that help both fleet managers and drivers.
HighJump Software expands in South Africa with new associate iWMS
Oct 30, 2009
HighJump Software, a global provider of supply chain execution solutions, has entered into a definitive agreement with South African-based iWMS to serve as HighJumps associate for the South Africa region.
Infor Flex Programme drives customers to return to maintenance in record numbers
Oct 30, 2009
Customers are reinstating previously discontinued maintenance agreements in record numbers, largely due to the Infor Flex programme, which provides customers a fast, flexible and cost effective path to adopt Infor's latest product developments.
Munich International Airport selects AeroScouts GPS and Wi-Fi Asset Tracking
Oct 30, 2009
AeroScout has announced that Munich International Airport has chosen AeroScout for Wi-Fi Asset Tracking and Management.
Legal ruling means manufacturers can still retire staff at 65 - for now
Oct 30, 2009
A law firm is urging manufacturing firms to pay close attention to retirement age law after the High Court ruled that the current default retirement age of 65 is lawful
Exel Eagle soars at SME 09
Oct 30, 2009
Exel Computer Systems plc, received strong interest in its Eagle FSM solution during the companys successful debut at the Service Management Exhibition at the NEC, Birmingham.
Handheld launches new Kenaz DGPS receiver for the Nautiz X7 ultra-rugged PDA
Oct 30, 2009
Hemisphere GPS and Handheld jointly introduced a new Kenaz GPS receiver at the InterGeo Conference in Karlsruhe, Germany recently.
RFID TagSource to distribute Tracient RFID readers
Oct 30, 2009
RFID TagSource and Tracient Technologies have signed a distribution agreement whereby RFID TagSource will distribute Tracients RFID reader products in the US, Canada and Mexico.
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.
