Chief editor Ed Holden spoke with some of the major players within the field of transportation management about current key talking points within this fascinating technology field; including changing demand trends, security and how transportation solutions might continue to develop in the near future.
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.
Food allergen labelling rules are changing – are you ready?
Oct 30, 2014
Manufacturing & Logistics IT spoke with David Taylor, business development manager, manufacturing, at Zebra Technologies, and Ken Moir, marketing director at NiceLabel, about a new food allergen regulation due to come into force on 13 December, the implications for manufacturers and retailers, and the type of printing & labelling solutions regime necessary in order to ensure compliance.
A driving force for technological development within the automotive industry
Oct 30, 2014
NGF Europe Ltd. (NGFE), situated in St Helens, Merseyside is a subsidiary company of the NSG Group of Japan, one of the World's leading manufacturers of glass products for building, automotive and information electronics applications.
Manufacturing & Logistics IT Magazine - October 2014
Oct 30, 2014
Special Technology Report:
Transportation Management
Also in this issue:
Outperforming traditional order fulfilment methods with Automated Case Picking
Food allergen labelling rules are changing – are you ready?
Elektron Technology improves customer service levels thanks to WMS from BEC Breaking the fulfilment speed barrier
New partnership brings 3DExperience platform to top fashion brands in UK
Oct 30, 2014
Dassault Systèmes has partnered with international software business, Island Pacific, to extend the power of the 3DExperience platform to fashion brands and retailers in the UK.
Trimble introduces FieldMaster Technician app to enhance mobile workforce productivity
Oct 30, 2014
Trimble has introduced FieldMaster Technician, a downloadable mobile application that empowers mobile workers in the field with advanced collaboration tools and the ability to access and update information in real-time for improved effectiveness.
Retail technology investment slowdown comes to an end
Oct 30, 2014
Some 71% of large UK retailers have a major software project in the pipeline, according to new industry research commissioned by Original Software, the global software quality solutions vendor, bringing to an end the tech investment slowdown the retail industry saw between 2008 and 2013.
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.
