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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RFiD Discovery improves inventory management for Brook Taverner with cutting-edge RFID portal solution

1 RFiD Discovery improves inventory management for Brook Taverner with cutting-edge RFID portal solution

RFiD Discovery, provider of integrated tracking solutions, has implemented its RFID conveyor portal solution at Brook Taverner, Europe’s supplier of stock supported corporate clothing and a leading menswear brand.

Unleashing the power of cross-border commerce for retailers

2 Unleashing the power of cross-border commerce for retailers

Headlines regarding post Brexit cross-border trading challenges dented businesses’ confidence in their ability to expand successful ecommerce retail operations outside the home market. But with cross-border trade booming globally, is there a risk that UK retailers are missing out?

Has the era of shopping for electronics in-store come to an end?

3 Has the era of shopping for electronics in-store come to an end?

As the sale of Curry’s, one of the UK’s leading appliance retailers, unfolds, many retailers are left wondering – are consumers spearheading the decline of traditional white goods and electronic retail outlets in favour of online shopping?

Transport project management contributes £4.7 billion to UK economy after 33% growth – APM Golden Thread Report 2024

4 Transport project management contributes £4.7 billion to UK economy after 33% growth – APM Golden Thread Report 2024

A new report by the Association for Project Management (APM), the chartered membership organisation for the project profession, has found the transport sector of the project management profession has grown by a third in five years to contribute £4.73 billion of annual gross value added (GVA) to the UK economy.

UK Warehousing Association launches Election Manifesto in Parliament

5 UK Warehousing Association launches Election Manifesto in Parliament

The UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) has launched its Election Manifesto for 2024 at a special Parliamentary Reception, hosted at the House of Commons by Ben Everitt MP and attended by Baroness Scott of Bybrook OBE, both of whom, along with Greg Smith MP and UKWA CEO Clare Bottle, gave speeches in support of the manifesto.

Manhattan Associates reports record first quarter results

6 Manhattan Associates reports record first quarter results

Supply chain and omnichannel commerce solutions provider, Manhattan Associates Inc., has reported revenue of $254.6 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024.

Tech partnership to ‘transform’ retail and logistics

7 Tech partnership to ‘transform’ retail and logistics

Tech duo Shipster and Ordorite have announced a strategic partnership they say can ‘transform’ e-commerce and retail logistics for the furniture and soft furnishings sector.

Gaining greater supply chain visibility and control through transportation management systems

8 Gaining greater supply chain visibility and control through transportation management systems

By Fredrik Lindhagen, product director, nShift.

Ongoing geopolitical events and a challenging economy mean that today, more than ever, supply chains are especially vulnerable to disruption. The impact of this on demand planning is significant.

The future of logistics is automated: Netto’s strategic partnership with Cimcorp

9 The future of logistics is automated: Netto’s strategic partnership with Cimcorp

To optimize processes at its logistics center in Coswig and make its supply chain fit for the future, Netto has partnered with automated solutions provider, Cimcorp.

TrueCommerce delivers global e-invoicing and CTC solution for businesses facing compliance challenges

10 TrueCommerce delivers global e-invoicing and CTC solution for businesses facing compliance challenges

TrueCommerce, a global provider of supply chain and trading partner connectivity, integration and omnichannel solutions, has announced its global e-invoicing and Continuous Transaction Controls (CTC) solution that enables organisations to keep pace with the constantly changing legal requirements across the globe and support compliant electronic invoicing. TrueCommerce is a global market player supporting both e-invoicing and CTC and provides access to a comprehensive global EDI network as well as B2B eCommerce and ERP integration.

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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