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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.
Intermec strengthens portfolio with fast-throughput, mid-range industrial label printers
May 02, 2012
Intermec, Inc. has announced the PM43 and PM43c industrial mid-range label printers, featuring a particularly fast throughput. Suited for harsh industrial environments including transportation, manufacturing and distribution centers, the metal-constructed PM43 and more compact PM43c printers are built to perform by increasing uptime and reducing maintenance costs.
New series of AEB White Papers highlights potential for freight management optimisation
May 02, 2012
Optimising transport management can help reduce freight costs by up to 35 per cent, says software developer AEB (International) Ltd.
QBE survey shows 68% of UK manufacturers expect two years or more before economic recovery
May 02, 2012
The seventh national survey of UK businesses from QBE, the business insurance specialist, shows 68% of manufacturers expect a two year wait or more before there is a full economic recovery. The negative mood is matched by 56% of the industry's businesses being worried that trading will be difficult if the conditions persist for another 12 months.
JDA Software announces release of JDA Shelf-Connected Cloud
May 02, 2012
JDA Software Group, Inc. has announced the release of JDA Shelf-Connected Cloud, a new solution that offers the unparalleled scale needed to connect manufacturers' supply chains to the retail shelf.
Goodwill Industries selects Epicor to support non-profit retail operations
May 02, 2012
Epicor Software Corporation, the business software solutions provider for manufacturing, distribution, retail and services organisations, has announced that Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin, Inc. has selected the Epicor suite of retail solutions to support its growing retail operations.
Total Storage Ltd selects Total Warehousing Control with LocateIT WMS
May 02, 2012
Wigan based third-party logistics providers, Total Storage Ltd, has selected LocateIT WMS from Clydebuilt Business Solutions to manage its inventories. LocateIT WMS and its associated ScanIT Wireless processes will be installed in the company's main Distribution Centre to support and enable the current growth that the company is experiencing.
FleetMatics releases White Paper on the impact of Vehicle Tracking on customer service
May 02, 2012
FleetMatics, the provider of fleet management solutions for commercial fleet vehicles, has published a white paper that explores the potential benefits that lie in the adoption of a GPS vehicle tracking system for field-service businesses.
Tracker enhances fleet telematics solution with 'Driving Style'
May 02, 2012
As fuel prices spiral to new heights, never has it been more vital for fleet managers to monitor and evaluate driver behaviour to improve cost efficiencies.
DinoSol completes Oracle Retail Supply Chain implementation
May 02, 2012
DinoSol has implemented Oracle Retail Advanced Inventory Planning, completing the roll-out of Oracle Retail applications to help optimize inventory management within the supply chain and improve profitability across its four formats in Spain and the Canary Islands.
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.
