At Oracle OpenWorld, TriCore Solutions, the application management company, announced that it has expanded its Actifio-powered service portfolio to include a new Cloud-based agile database development solution for enterprises built on an Oracle platform.
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.
TriCore Solutions extends Actifio-powered service portfolio for Oracle dev/test in the Cloud
Oct 02, 2014
AGR adds advanced demand planning and inventory optimisation functionality to Microsoft Dynamics family of ERP software solutions
Oct 02, 2014
Supply chain specialist and Microsoft Gold Certified ISV Partner AGR has launched AGR 5, the company's latest software release that features a brand new user interface and delivers advanced forecasting, replenishment, and demand planning functionality.
Why tariff schedules alone will not keep you compliant
Oct 02, 2014
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For companies importing and exporting goods around the globe, making sure the 3 C's - Compliance, Content & Connectivity, are part of the overall strategy is important.
Voxware Voice automation software helps food distributor increase fulfilment accuracy
Oct 02, 2014
Voxware has announced that Mt. Pleasant Ice Cream, a 20-year distributor of ice cream, frozen yogurt, toppings, and paper products, has improved picking accuracy to 99.8% and increased efficiency as a result of deploying Voxware's Voice management solution.
Motion launches the CL920 tablet – ‘the ideal rugged platform for modern mobility’
Oct 02, 2014
Motion Computing has released the next generation of its CL-series mobile technology. The Motion CL920 Rugged Tablet Platform includes a 69% faster Windows-based 10.1" rugged tablet PC along with a line of purpose-built accessories for field service, manufacturing and retail.
UK SMEs outperform other European countries in growth through exports
Oct 02, 2014
UK SMEs are outperforming their European counterparts when it comes to building revenue from export - according to a survey commissioned by UPS (NYSE: UPS) of more than 8,000 SME owners or directors across seven countries.
B2M Solutions' new Elemez software delivers holistic, enterprise mobility insights
Oct 02, 2014
B2M Solutions has announced the launch of Elemez, a mobile insight and analytical software tool that gives mobile device OEMs and managed service providers a way to give their customers real-time information about the performance of mobile devices used for mission critical activities.
Don't let hybrid IT leave you vulnerable to your vendors, says Concorde Solutions
Oct 02, 2014
Despite the fact that most of UK organisations have adopted some form of cloud solution, 92 per cent of UK businesses don't intend on placing everything in the cloud yet, highlighting the increasing popularity of hybrid IT.
SDI Group boosts sorter versatility with V5.0 control software
Oct 02, 2014
SDI Group, the global integrator of automated materials handling systems, has introduced a new, flexible version of its leading Sorter Control System (SCS) software.
Secure Retail receives Attestation of Validation of its P2PE solution
Oct 02, 2014
Secure Retail has received an Attestation of Validation (AoV) for its Point to Point Encryption (P2PE) solution, industry recognition that the company is one of the companies at the forefront of ongoing PCI compliance for its range of clients.
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.
