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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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Mobile computing in field service operations – TCO due diligence

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Mobile computing in field service operations – TCO due diligence

By Tim Eusterman, Sr. Director, Industry Marketing, Intermec.

There is no doubt that the rise of the smartphone and tablet consumer product categories are causing field service IT and operations leaders to rethink their mobile computing strategy. These consumer-oriented devices combine a new capability of form factor and user interface, changing how people perceive mobile computing ease-of-use, convenience and personal productivity.

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Kitchen firm Rixonway trims delivery routes with Paragon software

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Kitchen firm Rixonway trims delivery routes with Paragon software

Yorkshire kitchen manufacturer Rixonway has invested in logistics software from Paragon Software Systems to optimise its delivery route planning.

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Food traceability simplified with auto ID tracking

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Food traceability simplified with auto ID tracking

The latest version of the Accellos warehouse management system (WMS) from BalloonOne simplifies traceability for food processors and distributors.

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French Frozen Food firm optimises its delivery routes with Ortec

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French Frozen Food firm optimises its delivery routes with Ortec

Sofrilog Distribution, the transportation division of the national network of Sofrilog Cold Storage, has chosen to implement Ortec's route planning solution. The company will combine reactive and optimised logistics to guarantee service combined with cost control.

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K3 gap analysis shows SIC how to boost profits

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K3 gap analysis shows SIC how to boost profits

Electronic solutions manufacturer Swansea Industrial Components (SIC) Ltd converted to K3 Syspro's advanced enterprise resource planning solution, Syspro ERP, from its previous business software/manual system.

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Voice is booming at VoiteQ

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Voice is booming at VoiteQ

VoiteQ, provider of Voice-Directed Warehouse Solutions, grew its revenues by 15 per cent and headcount by more than 20 per cent as the demand for its solutions continued to grow during 2012.

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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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