With a need for cutting-edge solutions that guarantee their brand promise, the implementation of TouchStar's latest generation Boston 8550 handheld terminals is set to help Cornelius provide additional productivity gains within the company's Brighouse-based manufacturing and distribution operation.
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.
Datamax-O’Neil announces integration of ECi FMAudit MPS software
Jan 14, 2015
Datamax-O'Neil, a global provider of industrial-grade label and receipt-printing solutions, has announced its integration with ECi FMAudit, the provider of managed print services (MPS) software solutions.
ÏD Group selects Centric Software Product Lifecycle Management
Jan 14, 2015
ÏD Group, the French-based designer and maker of children's wear, has selected Centric Software to provide its product lifecycle management (PLM) software.
Wolfberger selects Ortems planning software to improve the percent of fill and decrease inventories
Jan 14, 2015
Wolfberger group, expert in the wine, sparkling wine and spirits industry with 12% of Alsace AOC (Controlled Origin Label), produces more than 14 million bottles annually, of which 23% are dedicated to exports.
Sage launches certification programmes to boost revenue opportunities and solution delivery for Sage ERP X3 developers
Jan 14, 2015
Sage has announced the European launch of its new Certified Development Professional and Certified Solution programmes for Sage ERP X3.
Carlsberg selects Quintiq to support its planning processes in China
Jan 14, 2015
Quintiq, the supply chain planning and optimisation (SCP&O) solutions provider, has announced that Carlsberg China has chosen its software to provide an integrated business planning solution.
Infor delivers multi-tenant ERP for manufacturing verticals
Jan 14, 2015
Infor has announced an enhanced version of Infor LN, delivering deeper vertical and micro-vertical functionality within manufacturing, with the goal of helping better align customers with business objectives and reducing the need for costly customisation.
Snapfulfil SaaS WMS strengthens board of directors
Jan 14, 2015
As part of its strategic growth plan and in order to handle the demands created by its double digit expansion over the past 5 years in the UK/US, SaaS warehouse management system provider Snapfulfil has added additional expertise to its Board.
SATO to showcase integrated Auto-ID tracking and tracing solutions for logistics at LogiMAT 2015
Jan 14, 2015
SATO will showcase its latest Auto-ID tracking and tracing solutions for the logistics industry at LogiMAT (hall 5, stand F09), 10 – 12 February 2015 in Stuttgart, Germany, with its partners ID.SYS and Eikona.
Indesit teams with Trimble for fleet management and driver safety capability
Jan 14, 2015
Trimble has announced that Indesit, the European manufacturer and distributor of major domestic appliances, will implement Trimble's GeoManager Fleet Management and Driver Safety solutions.
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.
