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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Preactor International celebrates successful global partner conference

1 Preactor International celebrates successful global partner conference

Specialist planning and scheduling software company, Preactor International, has held of its most successful global partner conferences yet.

Inform achieves Microsoft Gold Partner status to guarantee technical reliability

2 Inform achieves Microsoft Gold Partner status to guarantee technical reliability

Inform GmbH, a developer of supply chain planning software, has become a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner within only a few months of signing up to the programme.

P&O Ferrymasters selects Quintiq to optimise operations and support expanded service offering

3 P&O Ferrymasters selects Quintiq to optimise operations and support expanded service offering

Quintiq has announced that P&O Ferrymasters has chosen Quintiq software to handle all aspects of the company's planning.

Rolf reaps benefits as Lobnya Terminal goes live with iTracks

4 Rolf reaps benefits as Lobnya Terminal goes live with iTracks

The implementation of a yard management system has been completed at Rolf Group's newly built Lobnya Terminal on the outskirts of Moscow, by finished vehicle software specialist Vehnet.

Psion Teklogix and Zetes announce UK strategic partnership

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Psion Teklogix, Inc. and Zetes have entered into a strategic partnership for the UK marketplace.

Fashion industry logistics sewn up at IMHX

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Handling and storage solutions for hanging and flat-pack garments will feature among the many products and services at the International Materials Handling Exhibition at the NEC from 16-19 November.

RedPrairie strengthens Transport Management team with new Senior Solutions Consultant

7 RedPrairie strengthens Transport Management team with new Senior Solutions Consultant

RedPrairie Corporation has appointed John Pym to the role of Senior Solutions Consultant and Industry Director for Transportation Management Solutions (TMS).

AEB (International) partners with Belgravium for radio-enabled Supply Chain Solutions

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AEB International, a software provider in the fields of dispatch, logistics and global trade, has established a partnership with Belgravium, a manufacturer of rugged mobile communications devices.

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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