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 & LabellingTransport Management, Asset Management Software and Mobile Computing.

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ByBox raises Esteem with FSL service

1 ByBox raises Esteem with FSL service

Esteem, one of the leading IT Managed Services providers in the UK is reaping the benefits of using an innovative strategic stock holding service offered by solutions specialist ByBox.

Ensuring Best Practice...

2 Ensuring Best Practice...

Streamline your business processes. REAL WORLD SCENARIOS -
......a series of case studies (issues – problems - remedies - benefits) developed by ColumbusManufacturing

Blytheco unveils bly:Connector for easy integration of Sage 100 ERP with SugarCRM

3 Blytheco unveils bly:Connector for easy integration of Sage 100 ERP with SugarCRM

Blytheco has announced the availability of bly:Connector, the tool for integrating Sage 100 ERP with SugarCRM.

Flexible supply chain underpins success of Queen's Award winning manufacturer

4 Flexible supply chain underpins success of Queen's Award winning manufacturer

ETI seized a fast growing consumer market for its professional catering thermometer, based on a flexible supply chain through contract manufacturer WPS and Anglia Components.

Manufacturing orders disappoint but output increases – CBI

5 Manufacturing orders disappoint but output increases – CBI

New manufacturing orders fell slightly in the three months to April but output increased and firms are expecting orders to grow in the next quarter.

Axida 'revolutionised' home delivery for Shire Garden Buildings

6 Axida 'revolutionised' home delivery for Shire Garden Buildings

Shire Garden Buildings has implemented Axida's HDi two-man home delivery software to keep pace with its growing order book.

Infor announces intent to acquire TDCI, Inc.

7 Infor announces intent to acquire TDCI, Inc.

Infor has entered into a non-binding letter of intent to acquire TDCI Inc. Based in Columbus, Ohio, TDCI is a provider of configurator and guided selling solutions for manufacturers and distributors of customisable products and services.

G2M Technologies signs exclusive deal with Tough Tracker

8 G2M Technologies signs exclusive deal with Tough Tracker

G2M Technologies Ltd, the Leeds-based innovations company, has signed a deal to exclusively distribute Tough Tracker to the UK transport market.

Box launches the U-Dock - turning the tablet into a serious EPoS business tool

9 Box launches the U-Dock - turning the tablet into a serious EPoS business tool

Box Technologies (Box), the technology solutions provider that works with leading retailers, has launched the cielo Universal Dock (U-Dock) initially with the CL910 Motion tablet.

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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