Global revenue from fleet management and trailer tracking systems are forecast to double by 2016. Yet, in order to capitalise on this growth, it is important to understand in which verticals and regions this will take place.
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.
Paint firm Lechler achieves 20% reduction in lead times following implementation of Preactor scheduling software
Jan 16, 2013
Paint manufacturer Lechler S.p.A. is celebrating major improvements to its production process due to a successful project to introduce Preactor scheduling software.
ITShowcase 2013 Roadshow
Jan 16, 2013
iTShowcase has announced details for the 2013 roadshow which covers 10 events in major cities across England and Wales.
Quartix awarded esteemed CHAS Accreditation
Jan 16, 2013
Vehicle tracking supplier Quartix has been awarded an accreditation from CHAS, the respected Contractors Health & Safety Accreditation Scheme.
Caterham F1 Team uses Faro ScanEdge to optimise in-house quality control options
Jan 16, 2013
Faro Technologies, Inc., the 3D measurement technology provider, has announced that Caterham F1 Team, the Formula One team based in Leafield, Oxfordshire, chose Faro Arm ScanEdge to optimise their in-house quality control options.
Multimodal registration opens
Jan 16, 2013
Multimodal, a leading UK and Ireland supply chain event, has gone live with registration at www.multimodal.org.uk. Visitors can sign for the free-to-attend exhibition, as well as topical seminar and master-class sessions at the NEC Birmingham, 23rd to the 25th of April.
New partnership streamlines sales process with Syspro ERP
Jan 16, 2013
K3 Syspro has entered into a new partnership with software developer DriveWorks to support and distribute the Syspro Sales Configurator plugin.
Advanced Business Solutions launches end-to-end supply chain management solution at Logistics Link South
Jan 16, 2013
Advanced Business Solutions (Advanced) is launching its end-to-end supply chain management (SCM) solution on stand 163 at Logistics Link South at Sandown Park, Esher (12-13 February 2013).
BigChange launches 4G mobile app for transport, fleet and service operators
Jan 16, 2013
BigChange has introduced an all-in-one 4G telematics and mobile app for transport, fleet and field service operators.
Avery Dennison delivers new smart item-level markdown technology
Jan 16, 2013
At the NRF 102nd Annual Convention & EXPO, Avery Dennison Retail Branding and Information Solutions (RBIS) introduced new smart markdown management solution including the Pathfinder 6140 Printer – the latest in its line of one-piece scan, print and apply price marking technologies.
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.
