Equipment Tracking will offer Belgravium RFID enabled handheld computers as a platform for its asset management software within the leading manufacturing, warehousing and logistics organisations.
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.
Latest generation of Advanced Yard management software unveiled
Jan 20, 2010
Logistics software specialists Vehnet have unveiled Advanced Yard, the latest generation of their widely used yard management software.
Total Logistics secures London Cycle Hire Scheme contract
Jan 20, 2010
Total Logistics has been appointed by service company Serco to provide logistics support for the London Cycle Hire scheme, which will launch in the capital in summer 2010.
Datalogic Mobile and I&R Partners lock out waste at Yale Commercial Locks and Hardware
Jan 20, 2010
Yale implemented a Statistical Process Control solution from I&R Partners that features the Datalogic Falcon rugged mobile computer.
LogiPharma 2010
Jan 20, 2010
In its 9th year, LogiPharma is the event that most senior level pharmaceutical decision makers attend
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.
