Motorola Solutions, Inc. (Motorola Solutions) and Psion Plc. (Psion) have agreed on the terms of a recommended offer by Motorola Solutions for all Psion shares for 88 pence (US $1.36) in cash per Psion share. It is intended that the acquisition will be effected by way of a recommended cash offer.
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.
SAS Analytics takes guesswork out of forecasting
Jun 20, 2012
For manufacturers launching new products, the ability to more accurately answer "What will happen if ...?" is a significant competitive advantage. SAS, the leader in business analytics, delivers that advantage with enhanced SAS Demand-Driven Forecasting software that helps manufacturers create more accurate sales and operations plans bolstered by efficient distribution networks.
Logistica turns to SNS for its WMS implementation
Jun 20, 2012
The efficient movement of goods and services in a warehouse is an enormously detailed and complex set of challenges, where one broken link in the chain can have negative consequences all the way down the line.
Air Link Systems moves forward with ByBox
Jun 20, 2012
Pneumatic tube system specialists Air Link Systems is working with ByBox, the field service solutions provider, to further reinforce its reputation as being the "Total Front End Delivery Solution" amongst its retail customers.
Werum and Glatt develop industry-specific recipe libraries for granulation and coating
Jun 20, 2012
At the ACHEMA, Werum Software & Systems AG, provider of Manufacturing IT/Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) for the pharmaceutical industry, and the Glatt Group, manufacturer of pharmaceutical equipment, have presented what they describe as a new jointly developed approach for setting up pharma production processes more easily.
Waitrose selects VoiteQ to implement a Vocollect Voice
Jun 20, 2012
Waitrose, UK supermarket chain, has selected VoiteQ, the UK supplier of Voice-directed warehouse solutions, to implement a Vocollect Voice offering to directly interface with the roll-out of its new warehouse management system (WMS).
Businesses-grade Fujitsu Stylistic M532 Android tablet addresses the needs of commercial users without compromise
Jun 20, 2012
Fujitsu's new Stylistic M532 Android tablet is set to arrive at UK distributors this month, bringing with it new potential for resellers to position the business-ready ultra-portable tablet into corporate and public sector markets.
Bullet Express turn to Smart Telematics to enhance driver performance
Jun 20, 2012
Bullet Express, the UK logistics specialist, has invested in Smart Telematics from Navman Wireless to help promote efficient and safe driver behaviour across its fleet of 36 vehicles.
HID Global extends its SlimFlex RFID tag portfolio
Jun 20, 2012
HID Global has announced the availability of its new SlimFlex Square Tag, said to be a highly durable UHF radio frequency identification (RFID) tag that enables users multiple mounting options for optimal read range in industrial applications.
Electronics manufacturer Elmdene International selects Epicor to streamline operations
Jun 20, 2012
Epicor Software Corporation has announced that Elmdene International Ltd is to implement the Epicor next-generation enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution to replace its existing manufacturing and finance systems, and improve operational efficiency.
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.
