Infor has announced that LAVA Supply Chain Solutions has implemented Infor10 Supply Chain Execution to streamline its warehouse management functions.
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.
PSI receives important order from ArcelorMittal Poland
Jan 11, 2012
PSI has been contracted by ArcelorMittal Poland with the delivery of PSImetals as the Supply Chain and Advanced Planning System as well as Manufacturing Execution System (MES) for flat carbon steel production sites in Cracow, Sosnowiec Swietochlowice and continuous casting area in Dabrowa Grnicza.
Driving growth
Jan 11, 2012
Manufacturing & Logistics IT spoke with Arnaud Giuliani, IT director for Norbert Dentressangle's UK Transport business, and Grant Robertson, IT director for the company's UK Logistics business, about the transport and logistics giant's recent landmark acquisitions, the benefits of a lean management structure, and how a sound IT infrastructure is critical in order to provide the best possible service to the end customer.
TNT Express, Ortec and Tilburg University finalists at the 2012 Edelman Award for achievement in Operations Research
Jan 11, 2012
The collaborative, supply chain-wide optimisation efforts of TNT Express, Ortec and Tilburg University have been officially recognised by the Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences (INFORMS).
Belgravium makes data capture easy for courier-based home delivery company
Jan 11, 2012
Belgravium, manufacturer of mobile computing hardware, has secured a substantial order for in excess of 600 of its 'Atlanta 5000' series handheld terminals from Hermes, the UK courier-based home delivery company.
Swisslog secures major order from Hama
Jan 11, 2012
Germany-based Hama has commissioned Swisslog to design and implement a new logistics solution for the central logistics centre at its headquarters in Monheim.
Single-platform fleet management system hits 175,000 vehicle milestone
Jan 11, 2012
TomTom has hit another milestone by providing its fleet management system to 15,000 customers who actively manage more than 175,000 vehicles.
New integrated Datalogic ADC division goes live
Jan 11, 2012
Datalogic Group has primed its global business engine with the integration of Datalogic Scanning, Datalogic Mobile, Enterprise Business Solutions and Evolution Robotics Retail to form the new Datalogic ADC (Automatic Data Capture) division.
Manufacturers identify areas for improvement in their supply chain
Jan 11, 2012
A new survey* commissioned by DHL Supply Chain has revealed UK manufacturers' priorities for further improvement in their supply chain. Although just 1% of respondents outsource inventory management processes, 30% recognise it as an area of their supply chain that needs improving.
Deschutes Microbrewery chooses Demand Solutions software suite for supply chain management
Jan 11, 2012
Demand Management, Inc. has announced that Deschutes Brewery has selected Demand Solutions supply chain management software to increase forecast accuracy and customer service levels.
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.
