Indiana Technology and Manufacturing Companies (ITAMCO) has released MTConnect + Google Glass, a free Glassware application that monitors machine tools using Google Glass.
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.
Scenario planning as a learning process
Jul 11, 2013
By Howard Roddie, FuturMaster Supply Chain Consultant.
How does a pilot learn to land an aeroplane? One scenario at a time, or by comparing multiple scenarios simultaneously? I'm at 35,000 feet at the moment, so the answer matters.
Unisys utilises the ByBox pre 8am locker service
Jul 11, 2013
Information Technology (IT) is now the backbone for almost every business in the UK. So it is essential that in the event of any problems or downtime, company systems are back up and running as soon as possible.
TomTom seeks new partners to integrate with its fleet management platform
Jul 11, 2013
TomTom Business Solutions has launched a new initiative to help software and hardware vendors to enhance the value of its solutions by integrating fleet management data.
Faster computing with PTV Visum 13
Jul 11, 2013
With its new PTV Visum 13 release, the PTV Group has significantly enhanced the computing power of its transport planning software. Distributed computing and accelerated procedures allow for faster calculations.
Spicers invests in latest technology for its warehousing and service with Peak-Ryzex
Jul 11, 2013
Office products distributor Spicers is equipping its Smethwick distribution centre with the latest automatic data capture and RF technology solutions and services from Peak-Ryzex as part of a major investment in the site.
Putting Big Data to work for seamless customer experiences
Jul 11, 2013
mplsystems – the multi-channel contact centre and customer experience technology specialists – is helping organisations put the power of Big Data to work in their contact centres with the launch of its latest intelligentDesktop cloud-based agent desktop solution.
HighJump Software names Jonathan Kwok to lead APAC Sales Channel
Jul 11, 2013
HighJump Software, provider of supply chain management software, has named Jonathan Kwok director of Asia-Pacific (APAC) sales.
Xplore Technologies introduces its first fully rugged Android tablet, the RangerX
Jul 11, 2013
Xplore Technologies Corp. has introduced the RangerX—the company's first fully-rugged Android tablet, which blends sleek versatility with Xplore's proven powerful rugged performance.
Advanced paper offers top tips for successful 'Talent Management'
Jul 11, 2013
Advanced Business Solutions (Advanced), provider of business applications and services, has commissioned a white paper which explores the increasing importance of 'talent management' in the HR field.
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.
