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.
1 May 21, 2013 Exhibitions and Events
The Must-Attend Supply Chain Leadership Conference
Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference is the world's most important annual gathering of senior supply chain executives, providing the critical strategies, tactics and tools you need now so you can move forward quickly and efficiently.
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2 May 21, 2013 Manufacturing, Process
In2grate Business Solutions is launching its cloud based, totally managed service solutions for ERP at this year's Subcon Show at the NEC.
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3 May 21, 2013 Datacapture, Food and Beverages
NFT, the UK chilled food and drink distributor, has deployed a new system for proof of delivery (POD) which is expected to provide greater visibility and transparency across the entire logistics supply chain.
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4 May 21, 2013 Supply Chain, Retail
Mashery, provider of API management technology and services, recently acquired by Intel Corporation, has announced the availability of a Commerce API Management SuiteApp, built using the NetSuite SuiteCloud Computing Platform.
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5 May 21, 2013 Manufacturing, Process
Business Continuity Services (BCS) Ltd, provider of Software Asset Management (SAM) solutions and services, has for the 4th consecutive year running announced increased sales and turnover figures for the end of its financial year to 31st March 2013.
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6 May 21, 2013 Supply Chain, High Tech
InfinityQS International, Inc., the global authority on real-time Manufacturing Intelligence and enterprise quality, has announced its third inclusion in the 2013 Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100 (SDCE 100).
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7 May 21, 2013 Supply Chain, Process
HighJump Software, a global provider of supply chain management software, has announced a new partnership with NetSuite, with plans to build HighJump Software SuiteApps using NetSuite's SuiteCloud Computing Platform.
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8 May 21, 2013 Datacapture, Retail
Belgravium Technologies plc ("Belgravium" or the "Company") has exchanged a conditional contract to acquire the entire issued share capital of Feedback Data plc ("FDP") (the "Acquisition"), subject to an adjustment to reflect the debt/cash position at completion.
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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.