Following a successful trial of VoiteQ's Voice-directed order picking solution Connect Distribution has decided to install the technology, which incorporates a Voice-directed work solution from Vocollect.
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.
Dematic Group announces intent to acquire HK Systems
Aug 10, 2010
Dematic has signed an agreement in principle to purchase HK Systems, a North American automated material handling and software solutions provider.
SEWS selects Inform to future proof demand planning
Aug 10, 2010
Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems Components Europe (SEWS-CE) has selected advanced planning technology from Inform to improve operational forecasting and financial budgeting.
Expert eBook: Improving Supply Chain Visibility via Technology
Aug 10, 2010
There are many vendors claiming to enhance supply chain visibility, but not all products will advance an organization's goals. This expert e-book from TechTarget & Management Dynamics defines the supply chain visibility challenge and provides an overview of the different types SCM technologies and solutions available.
Enviroco gets hi-tech routing treatment from Paragon
Aug 10, 2010
Hazardous waste management company Enviroco Limited is implementing a hi-tech computerised route optimisation solution from Paragon Software Systems.
ARC Advisory Group names RedPrairie leading Warehouse Management provider in 11 categories
Aug 10, 2010
top Warehouse Management solutions provider in 11 different categories by ARC Advisory group more than any other organisation cited.
Easing the flow of transactions
Aug 10, 2010
Garden products maker, Hozelock, needed an electronic trading solution which would enable the company to respond quickly to customer requests.
Four good reasons why Medtec Ireland is the focus for medical device manufacturing professionals
Aug 10, 2010
The year's Medtec Ireland offers manufacturing professionals a quartet of irresistible reasons why they should attend Ireland's premier trade event for the medical device industry.
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.
