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.

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Who keeps the world moving?

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Who keeps the world moving?

By Frank Felten, head of product management logistics at PTV Group.

Ever thought of the distance, your chicken sandwich has travelled until it ended up at its final destination in your stomach? Well – not personally around yours but generally – PTV Group did.

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Balfour Beatty partners with Masternaut telematics services to bring it closer to 'Zero Harm' goal

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Balfour Beatty partners with Masternaut telematics services to bring it closer to 'Zero Harm' goal

Balfour Beatty Fleet Services (BBFS) has partnered with Masternaut, the fleet and driver management solutions provider, to deliver a tailored telematics solution robust enough to help support the diverse needs of its fleet - the ninth largest in the UK.

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Canon expands i-Sensys range with new smart devices & mobile printing for laser products

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Canon expands i-Sensys range with new smart devices & mobile printing for laser products

Canon has announced an expansion to its i-Sensys laser printer range with the launch of six new single function devices: the i-Sensys LBP6780x, LBP7780Cx, LBP7100Cn, LBP7110Cw, LBP6310dn and LBP7210Cdn.

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Auto Styling Truckman grows 40% in 12 months with Maginus

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Auto Styling Truckman grows 40% in 12 months with Maginus

Auto Styling Truckman is a specialist supplier and distributor of 4x4 vehicle accessories, with a wealth of market and technical knowledge.

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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.

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