At CeMAT 2011 (stand J34 in Hall 27), Vanderlande Industries will present a number of new material handling solutions, which enable food retailers to empower their stores and streamline their warehouse operations.
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.
Vanderlande to demonstrate innovative new material handling solutions for retailers at CeMAT 2011
Apr 20, 2011
Social media and the pharma industry
Apr 20, 2011
Outside of the pharmaceutical industry, business is continually finding innovative ways to make use of social media to engage with customers in order to drive sales, maintain relationships and uncover issues.
Wilson Transformer Company expands use of Epicor with migration to latest ERP solution
Apr 20, 2011
Epicor Software Corporation has announced that Wilson Transformer Company will implement the next-generation Epicor enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution.
Agentrics launches new supply chain collaboration platform
Apr 20, 2011
Agentrics, the retail and supply chain solutions provider, is launching a new solution suite, offered in a hosted software-as-a-service (SaaS) format, focused on enabling a more synchronised supply chain.
Psion remains pick of the crop for UK fruit farm
Apr 20, 2011
Psion PLC and its UK partner TSC Barcode Solutions, has announced a new deal with Thomas Thomson (Blairgowie) Ltd for its Workabout Pro 3 product to replace an existing fleet of Psion devices.
JDA Focus 2011 to feature over 200 super sessions, breakout sessions and special interest group meetings
Apr 20, 2011
JDA Software Group, Inc has announced that Focus 2011 will feature more than 200 content-rich Super Sessions, Breakout Sessions and Special Interest Group Meetings covering the manufacturing, wholesale distribution, transportation and retail industries.
Nexcom in-vehicle computer performs true navigation
Apr 20, 2011
Cargo trucks accurately deliver a large volume of passengers' luggage between different airports terminals without any delay.
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.
