LXE,part of EMS Technologies' Global Resource Management business unit,has announced the launch of the Thor vehicle-mount computer,targeting multiple logistics applications.
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.
Strengthening domestic demand boosts manufacturing output, but prices continue to rise - CBI
Mar 24, 2011
The recovery in UK manufacturing remains in place, with an improvement in domestic demand further boosting expectations for output growth, according to the CBI. However, price pressures remain intense.
Growing RFID sales attributed to an increase in RFID tagging
Mar 24, 2011
MarketResearch.com has announced the addition of Infiniti Research Limited's new report "Global Retail RFID Market 2010-2014" to their collection of Electronics market reports.
Second chance saloon
Mar 24, 2011
Andrew Kinder, director product marketing, Infor, provides his take on what to look for in an ERP system, second time around.
Analyst firm recognises Sage ERP X3 in ERP for product-centric midmarket companies Magic Quadrant
Mar 24, 2011
The 2010 edition of the Gartner Magic Quadrant for ERP for Product-Centric Midmarket Companies (1) released in December 2010 has confirmed the inclusion of Sage ERP X3 in the Product-Centric Midmarket Companies Magic Quadrant.
Cognex DataMan 500 barcode readers selected by leading Canadian courier company
Mar 24, 2011
Cognex Corporation has announced that Purolator, Inc., a leading Canadian courier company, has placed purchase orders totalling nearly US$250,000 for the new Cognex DataMan 500 barcode reader.
Measuring sludge stock
Mar 24, 2011
The theory is that products continuously flow through the supply chain. Sometimes they dont. They slow down or stop moving. This is Sludge Stock.
Cognex makes permanent pit stop at Silverstone
Mar 24, 2011
Cognex UK has officially opened their new head office based at Silverstone, Northamptonshire.
Expedited Packages opts for Ortec
Mar 24, 2011
Ortec has announced that the Western US provider of overnight package delivery solutions, Expedited Packages, has selected its advanced routing and scheduling solution.
The role of technology in the supply chain as agreed by over 71 industry leaders
Mar 24, 2011
The 12th Supply Chain Technology Forum, organised by eyefortransport on 22-23 February 2011 in Amsterdam, ran alongside the 12th Logistics CIO Forum, attended by 71 CIOs from manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, and transport industries.
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.
