Warehouse management software provider MACS is one of the UK's leading suppliers of standard and bespoke WMS in the United Kingdom and since its formation in 1990 it has also become well established in countries across the globe.
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.
MACS Software support team restores medical warehouse to full operational capacity in devastated Haiti
Nov 22, 2012
TNT, Volvo and Renault meet to explore integrated solutions at the Telematics for Fleet Management Conference
Nov 22, 2012
The full agenda and speaker line-up for the Telematics for Fleet Management Conference (19 to 20 March, Novotel City Hotel, Amersterdam, Netherlands) has now been released.
Microscan announces new handheld barcode readers
Nov 22, 2012
Microscan, the provider of barcode, machine vision and lighting solutions, has announced two new handheld barcode readers. The HS-21 and HS-41X handhelds are ideal portable reading solutions for almost any 1D/2D symbol, with a compact and durable design to withstand multiple drops from 6 feet.
Optime and ROi to work together to develop enhanced supply chain offerings
Nov 22, 2012
Optimé Supply Chain, Inc. and ROi (Resource Optimisation & Innovation) have signed an agreement to develop innovative solutions for optimising the health care supply chain.
All I want for Christmas is a smooth supply chain
Nov 22, 2012
The critical areas for ensuring your festive season planning does not fall victim to the 'golden quarter' plights, are aligning promotion and production, reveals Crimson & Co, the end-to-end supply chain consultancy.
K3 Equator enables all round payday savings and new efficiencies
Nov 22, 2012
K3 Syspro has added new electronic payslip functionality to its advanced human resource management software tool set. This new feature is available to all customers operating the company's Equator software.
Datalogic predicts global growth for Auto-ID as new business models emerge in industrial automation
Nov 22, 2012
Gian Paolo Fedrigo, CEO of the Industrial Automation division of Datalogic specialised in products and solutions for the Factory Automation and T&L industries – sees fast growing scope for automatic identification in these sectors going far beyond the barcode.
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.
