Socotec Group has chosen Sage ERP X3 to be deployed across offices in the 27 countries where the group operates.
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.
Barloworld Supply Chain Software helps to enhance Camelot service
Dec 09, 2011
New software from Barloworld SCS is helping Camelot Management Consultants to identify when and how to implement change in their customers' supply chains.
Datalogic in major new integration to drive world-class solutions in Automatic Data Capture
Dec 09, 2011
As part of its drive to capture the ADC market, Datalogic S.p.A. has announced Datalogic Scanning, Datalogic Mobile, Enterprise Business Solutions and Evolution Robotics Retail will be integrated to form Datalogic ADC (Automatic Data Capture) as of 1 January 2012.
ByBox helps companies protect their reputation for good customer service
Dec 09, 2011
Companies which make their customers wait longer than expected for an engineer to turn up to fix an appliance or machine are paying a high price for their inefficiency, a recent survey has shown.
Pegasus Software celebrates 30 years of supporting UK SMEs
Dec 09, 2011
Pegasus Software, supplier of accounting, business and payroll software, recently celebrated 30 years in business.
Enhanced ERP adoption enables increased customer base and expanded Partner network in 2011 for VAI
Dec 09, 2011
VAI (Vormittag Associates, Inc.), the ERP software provider, closes out 2011 with an enhanced suite of software products, a growing customer base and a larger partner network.
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Dec 09, 2011
Stop waiting for advanced supply chain management. Infor10 Supply Chain Execution now brings the most advanced logistics management features to the best solutions available today. It also incorporates our exciting new Infor10 technologies to give you faster results, greater usability, and unparalleled connectivity to other software.
Make it in Great Britain
Dec 09, 2011
Make it in Great Britain a campaign recently launched by Business Secretary Vince Cable and Business Minister Mark Prisk aims to transform the image of modern UK manufacturing and to raise awareness of its importance for the economy.
Hygiene firm saves 90,000 a year with TomTom fleet management
Dec 09, 2011
A cleaning and hygiene specialist has revealed how fleet management technology is set to reduce its distribution costs by 90,000 in just 12 months.
Vocollect Voice helps Genco ATC save customers $1 million + every year
Dec 09, 2011
Vocollect has announced that third-party logistics customer Genco ATC's deployment of Vocollect Voice for customers across six key industries has resulted in some companies documenting over one million dollars in savings annually and double-digit improvements in productivity and accuracy.
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.
