August PMI data signalled a further slowdown in the rate of expansion of the UK manufacturing sector.
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.
UK manufacturing recovery continues, but expansion in production and new orders slows further
Sep 02, 2010
Maple Lake launches new QuickAllocation software for optimum retail allocation practices
Sep 02, 2010
While intuition, experience and data analysis are key drivers for a retail merchandising team to decide what products go to what store at the right time and right price, Maple Lake has announced QuickAllocation, software that adds 'decision precision' allocation practices for retailers worldwide.
SMEs urged to unlock the secrets of the web through free events
Sep 02, 2010
Smaller businesses across the UK are being invited to discover how they can harness the full potential of the internet through a series of free events.
Guascor Fotn implements Infor ERP LN to manage complex project-based operations
Sep 02, 2010
Infor has announced that Guascor Fotn has implemented Infor ERP LN as an integrated management system to support the company's exceptional growth.
Industry leaders come together for the 8th annual Telematics Munich Conference & Exhibition
Sep 02, 2010
Leaders and innovators from the web, digital, automotive and wireless industries will come together for the 8th annual Telematics Munich Conference & Exhibition at the Hilton Park, Munich, Germany 3rd & 4th November, 2010.
QAD EAM implementation helps Wielton pull its global weight
Sep 02, 2010
QAD Inc. has announced that Wielton has implemented QAD's Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) solution to streamline and optimise its plant and equipment maintenance and repair management process.
Quartix telematics helps Suffolk council optimise refuse-truck routes
Sep 02, 2010
Suffolk's St Edmundsbury Borough Council has created a joint committee with neighbouring Forest Heath District Council to work on route optimisation for its refuse and cleansing trucks.
Vocollect introduces new light industrial Voice solution
Sep 02, 2010
Vocollect, Inc. has launched its new light industrial wearable Voice solution that offers Voice-only, Voice-directed workflow capabilities for use in distribution centres (DCs) and warehouse operations.
Dematic opens new TechCenter for innovation
Sep 02, 2010
Dematic's new cutting-edge Customer and Technology Centre (TechCenter) is now open at its headquarters in Offenbach, Germany for customers to see and try out material flow solutions.
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.
