Transport managers have to keep abreast of a number of current industry trends and requirements; everything from the monitoring of CO2 emissions to the requirement for less noise and traffic jams.
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.
Belgravium announces major re-brand
Oct 18, 2012
Belgravium Ltd., the provider of mobile computing solutions to the warehouse, transport & logistics market, has announced the commencement of a significant re-brand initiative.
Logical logistics for Healthcare
Oct 18, 2012
As far as logistics go, one can argue that the healthcare industry is privy to some of the most stringent standards because ultimately you are dealing with patients, sensitive clinical shipments and urgent mail deliveries.
The warehouse management solution that evolves with your business
Oct 18, 2012
Savoye, the logistics solutions division of the Legris Industries Group, has launched the latest version of its warehouse management solution LM.
Datamax-O'Neil introduces the NETira software suite
Oct 18, 2012
Datamax-O'Neil has announced the availability of NETira, a new suite of software applications designed to optimise the performance of Datamax-O'Neil printers.
One in five businesses allow personal devices without policies
Oct 18, 2012
One in five companies allow employees to use personal devices at work without having a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy in place, a survey from Intrinsic Technology has found. Adam Jarvis, chief executive at Intrinsic Technology, commented: "Businesses cannot blindly allow staff to use their own devices – there should be a detailed policy which addresses the security issues."
Forum research suggests business costs are still rising ahead of inflation, but more slowly than in 2011
Oct 18, 2012
The cost of doing business has continued to rise during 2012, with energy costs still the most commonly seen increase among SMEs, research by the Forum of Private Business has indicated.
Zetes 'Green Labelling System' MD3000e cuts power consumption by over 68%
Oct 18, 2012
Zetes has launched the environmentally designed 'green Print & Apply system' - the MD3000e. Designed to eliminate the use of compressed air, the MD3000e has been shown during product tests to offer the lowest possible cost of ownership.
Wagner SprayTech selects Voxware's Cloud Voice solution to elevate fulfilment operations
Oct 18, 2012
Voxware has announced that Wagner SprayTech (Wagner), a provider of commercial painting and industrial fine finishing solutions, will implement Voxware's Cloud Voice Management Suite (Cloud VMS).
TXT completes the acquisition of Maple Lake on time and on budget
Oct 18, 2012
TXT e-solutions has closed the definitive agreement to acquire 100% of Maple Lake, a fast-growing specialist in Fashion Retail Planning in Canada, USA, UK and Australia.
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.
