Ortec has signed an international agreement with Elis, the European provider of rental and cleaning services related to workwear, hotel linen, sanitary devices, floor mats, plus drinks distribution.
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.
Leading European provider of textile rental and cleaning services selects Ortec to optimise its distribution
Jul 14, 2011
Clydebuilt Solutions completes acquisition of Custom Business Solution and Haulier TMS
Jul 14, 2011
Clydebuilt Solutions, author of versatile warehouse management system, LocateIT, has completed the acquisition of Scottish-based software company Custom Business Solutions (CBS).
Belgravium launches GX-8900 Enterprise Mobile Computer
Jul 14, 2011
The GX-8900 is a feature-rich, extremely rugged (IP65 & 1.5m drop spec) Enterprise Class PDA. Ideally suited for pre-sales, merchandising, field sales/service and logistics organisations.
Honeywell expands scanning portpolio with Voyager 1250g
Jul 14, 2011
Honeywell has announced the introduction of the Voyager 1250g single-line laser scanner, the latest addition to the Voyager family of scanners.
JDA Software announces release of space-aware Assortment Optimisation solution
Jul 14, 2011
JDA Software Group, Inc. has announced the release of JDA Assortment Optimisation, an expanded space and category management offering for retailers and their suppliers.
Toshiba TEC announces first carbon neutral EPoS and Auto ID products & launches scheme to the channel
Jul 14, 2011
Toshiba TEC has announced that its EPoS terminals and Auto-ID printers will be the first in the UK to be CarbonZero by summer 2011.
Xplore launches new rugged tablet PC family
Jul 14, 2011
Xplore Technologies Corp. has announced the launch of its new family of Xtreme Tablet computers.
Enterprise Architecture to bring order out of chaos
Jul 14, 2011
There's a clich in business that some companies can become victims of their own success. Like most clichs, it might be annoying but it's also true. But what does it mean, and more importantly, how do we avoid it?
Yodel implements cutting-edge transport control tower system
Jul 14, 2011
Yodel, the UK parcel delivery company, has introduced a fully integrated control tower solution to optimise and manage its fleet of over 600 LGVs and 1,500 trailers.
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.
