Seiki Systems, provider of real-time production management solutions for 20 years, has announced a record set of sales figures for Q1 2012 (April – June 2012).
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.
iTSHOWCASE kicks off at Villa Park
Aug 22, 2012
The latest series of iTSHOWCASE roadshows kick off at Aston Villa's stadium on Thursday 20th September. The roadshow is designed specifically for people with software projects, as an efficient way to meet potential suppliers and complete in one day what might takes weeks of individual meetings.
Totally Logistics woos visitors with free trips to B&Q and Transdek
Aug 22, 2012
Visitors to this year's Totally Logistics North, which will be held at Doncaster Racecourse during the 26th and 27th September, are also to be given an exclusive opportunity to see inside one of the UK's largest hardware distribution centres.
Balloon One exhibits warehouse IT innovation at Autumn Fair
Aug 22, 2012
Supply chain IT company Balloon One will be exhibiting at this year's Autumn Fair held at Birmingham's NEC 2nd-5th September. The Autumn Fair is billed as the largest home and gift trade buying event of the season and Balloon One will be at hand in Hall 5, on stand M76, to discuss how its business software and integration expertise is helping companies such as luxury soft toy manufacturer Jellycat.
AEB invitation to Third Annual Compliance and Risk Management Conference
Aug 22, 2012
AEB (International) Ltd is inviting supply chain professionals to attend the Third Annual Compliance and Risk Management Conference, which takes place on Tuesday, 2nd October 2012, in Leamington Spa.
New Alpha-3R label printer from TSC Auto ID
Aug 22, 2012
From today, with its Alpha-3R, TSC Auto ID has launched its new Alpha-3R portable thermal label printer. Features of this robust, light-weight model include long-lasting battery, large paper capacity and all at a highly competitive price.
Service Management Expo 2012 – driving team efficiency
Aug 22, 2012
Service Management Expo 2012, Europe's only dedicated annual event for the field service market, will focus on driving team efficiency for the industry when it hosts its annual flagship event this September.
GEM Textiles to roll out Kewill Warehouse Solution
Aug 22, 2012
GEM Textile has signed a multi-year agreement to implement the well-proven Kewill Warehouse solution. Based in Manchester, GEM Textiles are a major wholesale distributer supplying the retail trade with household textiles. GEM Textile have been in operation for over 30 years and supply several of the major retail brands in the UK.
8th Annual European Manufacturing Strategies Summit on the horizon
Aug 22, 2012
The 8th Annual European Manufacturing Strategies Summit (EMS) will take place from 29 to 31 October 2012 in Swissôtel Düsseldorf, Germany.
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.
