AEB (International) Ltd, provider of global trade and supply chain management solutions, is inviting supply chain professionals to its next conference in partnership with CILT(UK).
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.
eCommerce Expo, 1 – October, 2014, Olympia London.
Aug 14, 2014
Tesco, Google and Facebook on developing an optimum ecommerce strategy
Making or selling standard products with many variances has never been easier with the Advanced Microsoft Dynamics AX Product Configurator from Syscom
Aug 14, 2014
Syscom PLC celebrates 40 successful years this year and has been a Microsoft Gold ERP Partner for over 10 years.
Finalists announced for 2014 Best Factory Awards
Aug 14, 2014
Cranfield School of Management has announced the UK factories shortlisted for the 2014 Best Factory Awards (BFA).
Growth of demand for IT staff accelerates in July
Aug 14, 2014
The Report on Jobs, published by KPMG and the REC, indicated strong expansions in demand for permanent and temporary IT workers in July. Furthermore, the rates of growth were faster than in June.
New release of Linkfresh ERP aids productivity and efficiency for fresh food companies
Aug 14, 2014
Linkfresh has announced the latest product release for its Linkfresh ERP suite on Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
UK manufacturing sector spends 132 per cent more on business and IT outsourcing in 2014
Aug 14, 2014
The UK manufacturing sector spent £130m on outsourcing services during the first half of 2014, representing a 132% year-on-year increase, according to the latest arvato UK Outsourcing Index.
"The Future of Manufacturing" from IDC Manufacturing- the most comprehensive whitepaper on the issues driving growth in manufacturing
Aug 14, 2014
You've heard the analysts and blogging pundits point to the manufacturing industry and expound on the new technologies reinvigorating the outlook for growth. But have you heard any of those experts offer reliable advice on what to do about the increasing rate of change and new market demands? Unlikely.
JRJ Group, TomsCapital and 76 West Holdings partner to acquire Demica, provider of intelligent working capital solutions
Aug 14, 2014
JRJ Group, TomsCapital, and 76 West Holdings, have announced the acquisition of Demica – provider of sophisticated working capital solutions—from the J.M. Huber Corporation.
Traceall Global tracks new business overseas thanks to UKSE
Aug 14, 2014
UK Steel Enterprise (UKSE) has invested a six figure sum in high-tech tracking and monitoring expert Traceall Global Ltd to create new jobs and extend the company's market reach.
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.
