The answer is, Yes, but...
Legacy ERPs aren't equipped to handle the changing of the guard
With 10,000 baby boomers turning 65 each day, many leaders of wholesale distribution organizations are ready to hand down control to a new generation.
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.
Can ERP help bridge the generational divide in wholesale distribution?
Oct 09, 2014
PTV Group wins telematics award with Truck Parking Europe
Oct 09, 2014
The PTV Group's free app for truck parking now lists over 15,000 parking options and has received the telematics award 2014
Manufacturers report a 20% reduction in revenue due to poorly performing applications
Oct 09, 2014
New research from Ipanema Technologies and Loudhouse reveals that manufacturers are struggling to deal with increasingly complex IT estates, as 83% of firms report a rise in IT complexity driven by more users, increased locations, new applications and adoption of cloud computing.
Avention demonstrates the financial impact of introducing Big Data into the sales engagement process with the 'ROI' Calculator
Oct 09, 2014
Avention, Inc. has announced the availability of its 'ROI Calculator', an online tool that demonstrates the monetary gains achieved when sales professionals leverage Big Data throughout the sales engagement process.
LinkFresh partners with Jet Reports to deliver integrated BI
Oct 09, 2014
LinkFresh has entered into a partnership with Jet Reports to deliver comprehensive Business Intelligence (BI) and reporting capabilities seamlessly integrated within the LinkFresh Food Supply Chain ERP suite.
FuturMaster's 20th Anniversary Conference proves a major success
Oct 09, 2014
On 24th-25th September, the FuturMaster team welcomed customers, prospects and partners to what is reported to have been not only an entertaining evening at the Lido but also a highly informative day at Roland Garros.
BSI launches independent assessment scheme to mitigate risks in supply chain security
Oct 09, 2014
The global transportation of goods is getting tougher. Organisations operating in high risk countries face daily threats of theft, terrorism, smuggling and product safety in their supply chain.
Wesco Aircraft finds solution to its SKU-picking challenges with MP Compact4 Mark II portable printer from Datamax-O'Neil
Oct 09, 2014
Since its founding in 1953, Wesco Aircraft, Valencia, CA, has grown into a leading distributor and provider of supply-chain management solutions for the global aerospace industry.
Styrolution live with OMP Plus in four months
Oct 09, 2014
Four sites of Styrolution have gone live with Operational Planning and Scheduling in OMP Plus within four months' time.
Integrated manufacturing IT solutions to take the key role in the pharma factory of the future
Oct 09, 2014
Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) - such as Werum's PAS-X - will take a key role for efficient production and packaging processes in the pharmaceutical industry.
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.
