Logility Inc. has announced Peninsula Beverages (PenBev) has selected Logility Voyager Solutions to more accurately enable the company to plan for demand and ensure the correct products are available at the right time for customers.
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.
InnoTeletek's CW20 Series handheld computer brings compact data collection to in-premise and field workers alike
Dec 02, 2010
InnoTeletek, a developer and manufacturer of versatile mobile computers, has announced that the global launch of the Catchwell CW20 Series handheld computer will take place this month.
Imtech Logistics Software launches LBASE TMS and WMS to the UK logistics software market
Dec 02, 2010
Imtech Logistics Software has announced that its LBASE Transport Management System (TMS) and Warehouse Management System (WMS) is now available to customers in the UK logistics sector.
LTH Castings implements Infor ERP LN and Infor AutoConnect to optimise business process efficiency
Dec 02, 2010
Infor, provider of business applications to mid-sized companies, has announced that LTH Castings will upgrade to Infor ERP LN.
PSI receives new order from Vallourec
Dec 02, 2010
PSI has been commissioned by Vallourec, a premium tubular solutions provider, to deliver PSImetals as the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) for the new small diameter rolling mill at the Youngstown plant in Ohio, USA.
KNAPP opens new Corporate Headquarters and Development Centre
Dec 02, 2010
KNAPP AG, the global supplier of warehouse automation and logistics software, has announced the opening of its brand-new Corporate Headquarters and Development Centre at its site in Graz, Austria.
JDA Software partners with Thales to provide a highly secure managed services offering in Europe
Dec 02, 2010
Supply chain solutions vendor JDA Software Group, Inc. has announced that its alliance with Thales will provide companies in Europe, the Middle East and Africa with a highly secure and comprehensive Managed Services offering.
UK manufacturing PMI at sixteen-year high in November, as jobs growth accelerated to survey record rate
Dec 02, 2010
UK manufacturing operating conditions showed a marked improvement during November. Employment rose at the quickest pace since the survey began in 1992, reflecting stronger growth of output and faster inflows of new work and new export orders.
QKL Stores expands grocery retailing business in China with Manhattan SCALE
Dec 02, 2010
QKL Stores Inc. has completed the successful deployment of Manhattan Associates logistics execution system, Manhattan SCALE: Supply Chain Architected for Logistics Execution, at its new 211,000 square foot regional distribution centre (RDC) in Harbin, Heilongjiang.
Lean Manufacturing
Dec 02, 2010
Organizations that continue to manufacture in high-cost countries must eliminate any fat from their manufacturing if they are to remain competitive. Lean manufacturing has evolved over the last 50 years from its roots in the Toyota Production System and today embodies a variety of concepts and techniques.
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.
