Infor has announced that mobile telephone manufacturer TCT Mobile Europe has selected Infor10 Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) as part of a re-engineering project of its information systems.
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.
Infomatix and Belgravium Technologies Plc to offer combined IT solution for field service clients
Jan 18, 2012
InfomatiX has announced the formation of a strategic marketing alliance with Belgravium Technologies, the specialist company within the mobile computing and wireless communication markets.
Accord Voice technology speaks volumes at BWG Foods
Jan 18, 2012
Following a 250,000 investment in BCP's Voice Directed Warehouse Management System (WMS), Irish wholesale and retail company BWG Foods is realising performance benefits across its business with improved operational efficiency and in turn a more accurate service to customers.
ASICS America implementing Lawson Fashion PLM to help support continued growth
Jan 18, 2012
Lawson Software, an Infor affiliate, has announced that ASICS America Corp., an athletic shoe and sports apparel manufacturer, has selected the full Lawson Fashion Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) suite.
E-Commerce from A-Z: Zalando also places reliance upon Vanderlande Industries
Jan 18, 2012
Zalando, the online provider for shoes, fashion, beauty and sports goods is building a new logistics centre in Erfurt (East Germany) and has chosen Vanderlande Industries to deliver and realise its material handling system.
Eurotech: $1.7M contract from Energy International to power digital whiteboard application in University Campus
Jan 18, 2012
Eurotech has received a contract from Energy International for a total estimated value of 1.7M USD to supply the Eurotech display computer as the processing platform for digital whiteboards.
Cirrus Logistics appoints new Managing Director
Jan 18, 2012
Cirrus Logistics announced that Simon Shore has joined the team as Managing Director. The appointment strengthens the company's Board of Directors and adds even more IT, logistics and supply chain knowledge to the team.
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.
