Voice Recognition Technology Solutions from BEC Can Reduce Picking Errors by 85% When Compared to Paper or Label-Based Picking.
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.
Going Green? How innovations in Logistics Technologies can save you thousands
Oct 31, 2013
Proteus, in partnership with TouchStar Technologies, is hosting the Supply Chain Optimisation seminar on 13th November. The seminar agenda explains how using the right technologies in the warehouse and beyond, can help businesses move towards a greener working environment.
Morrisons increases efficiency and data accuracy with Zetes' Voice solution
Oct 31, 2013
Improved picking accuracy, greater operational efficiency, user-friendliness, multi-lingual support of pickers: these are some of the benefits Morrisons, the UK's 4th largest supermarket chain, were able to realise with Zetes' 3i WES Voice solution.
CCC to implement ACI courier technology to improve efficiency
Oct 31, 2013
DA Systems, the UK provider of mobile data and transport management solutions for the transport, retail, healthcare and field service sectors, has announced that north-west courier company City Connect Couriers, (CCC) has purchased its sameday courier software, ACI (Advanced Courier Interface).
Oliver Wight to host free Integrated Business Planning Webinar
Oct 31, 2013
Oliver Wight EAME is hosting a webinar entitled 'Business Performance, it's your responsibility' on the 6th November at 2.00pm GMT.
PricewaterhouseCoopers certifies AEB's Classification Solution
Oct 31, 2013
AEB (International) Ltd, provider of supply chain management and global trade software, has announced that its solution ASSIST4 Classification 3.0, together with the SAP plug-in ATC :: Classification, have been audited and certified by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), the professional services and public audit firm.
Supply Chain – Turning to the Cloud
Oct 31, 2013
By Bill Harrison, President, Demand Solutions.
This 'Cloud thing' is more than just a Cloud thing, much more. I'd call it a revolution in the way applications are delivered.
Technology reports: Warehouse Management and Voice-Directed Picking
Oct 31, 2013
Manufacturing & Logistics IT spoke with a number of spokespeople from both the Warehouse Management and Voice-Directed Picking vendor community about some of the key developments and innovations that are currently enhancing and broadening the warehousing and voice-picking landscape.
Partnership between SCC and ByBox 'ensures quick breakdown response'
Oct 31, 2013
Supply chain specialist ByBox, and SCC, the European independent technology solutions provider, have struck up a partnership which ensures quick response to any IT repairs and breakdowns.
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.
