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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BEC (Systems Integration) Ltd signs total solution provider agreement with Voice technology company Vocollect

1 BEC (Systems Integration) Ltd signs total solution provider agreement with Voice technology company Vocollect

BEC (Systems Integration) Ltd, supplier of data capture solutions for supply chain logistics and manufacturing, has achieved the level of Total Solution Provider (TSP) with Vocollect, the Voice-based solutions provider for mobile workers.

Oriflame selects SharePoint solutions from Din ERP to simplify business processes in their global operation

2 Oriflame selects SharePoint solutions from Din ERP to simplify business processes in their global operation

Din ERP, a Norwegian software vendor, makes its international breakthrough by signing an agreement with Oriflame. The Swedish company will implement solutions from Din ERP with the intention of greatly simplifying selected business processes throughout its global organisation.

UK SMEs still struggling with basic IT issues

3 UK SMEs still struggling with basic IT issues

While SMEs may look to invest in enterprise class IT solutions, many are still struggling with basic IT issues according to new research carried out by IT solutions specialist Imerja.

Infineon shortens planning cycles by half with JDA Sales & Operations Planning

4 Infineon shortens planning cycles by half with JDA Sales & Operations Planning

JDA Software Group, Inc., The Supply Chain Company, has announced that Infineon Technologies AG has shortened its planning cycles, improved its forecasting accuracy and increased productivity using JDA Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP).

ByBox partners with Shop Direct Group to launch locker returns service for major British retailers

5 ByBox partners with Shop Direct Group to launch locker returns service for major British retailers

ByBox, the provider of delivery lockers for online shoppers, has been appointed by Shop Direct Group, the UK multi-brand digital retailer, to offer a simple and convenient returns service across its portfolio of retail brands.

Nomad Digital wins Wi-Fi service contract for new Eurostar fleet

6 Nomad Digital wins Wi-Fi service contract for new Eurostar fleet

Nomad Digital, the wireless connectivity solutions provider for the transportation sector, has been chosen to install the new Eurostar e320 fleet with on-board passenger Wi-Fi.

Motion partners with Handsfree to offer complete in-vehicle solution to the EMS market

7 Motion partners with Handsfree to offer complete in-vehicle solution to the EMS market

Motion Computing, the provider of mobile technology, will partner with Handsfree, the in-vehicle technology installation expert, to deliver in-Vehicle computing solutions to the EMS markets in North America and the UK.

Handheld signs five-year partnership deal with leading package delivery company

8 Handheld signs five-year partnership deal with leading package delivery company

Handheld Group, the manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, PDAs and smartphones, has announced a major strategic five-year agreement with a global leader in logistic solutions.

Microscan appoints new regional sales manager for UK & Ireland

9 Microscan appoints new regional sales manager for UK & Ireland

Microscan, the barcode, machine vision and lighting solutions provider, has appointed Michael Harkin as Regional Sales Manager for UK & Ireland.

P+L Systems controls warehousing with Accellos wireless WMS from BalloonOne

10 P+L Systems controls warehousing with Accellos wireless WMS from BalloonOne

Pest control and hygiene products specialist P+L Systems has upgraded its UK and European Distribution Centres by implementing the Accellos warehouse management system (WMS) from BalloonOne.

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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