Vanderlande has announced its acquisition of Dinamic Industrial Business (Dinamic) as a key part of its ongoing strategy for profitable growth in Europe and the US. The takeover of the Spanish company extends Vanderlande's manufacturing capacity and adds a number of new products to its distinctive product portfolio.
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.
Taming the e-tail tiger - landmark industry report launch to coincide with Multimodal 2015
Apr 30, 2015
E-tailing has irreversibly changed the paradigms of how the retail and logistics sector does business ....according to a new report by storage management specialist Link 51, entitled Taming the E-tail Tiger: Keeping Ahead of the Online Retail Revolution.
Finch Group to provide telematics insurance package for HGV sector
Apr 30, 2015
Working in partnership with telematics platform provider Microlise, motor fleet insurance specialist Finch Group is offering a new telematics package FITS (Fleet Insurance Telematics solutions)....
Infor announces major enhancements to supply chain management
Apr 30, 2015
Infor, the industry cloud company, has announced general availability of Infor Advanced Scheduling (AS) version 11.
New capabilities from JDA create transportation resiliency
Apr 30, 2015
As variability escalates in the transportation function — and the rise of omni-channel selling creates new cost and service pressures — JDA Software Group, Inc. has announced new capabilities in the JDA® Transportation portfolio that help companies make smarter, more strategic shipping and delivery decisions.
Handheld strengthens management with industry veteran Jim Rimay
Apr 30, 2015
Handheld Group, the global manufacturer of rugged mobile computers, has announced the appointment of Jim Rimay as new Vice President of Sales for its North American subsidiary.
Italian fashion brand Furla selects Cegid retail management solution, Yourcegid Retail Y2 to support international expansion
Apr 30, 2015
Founded in Bologna, Italy in 1927, Furla is one of the most important "Made in Italy" brands in the fashion ecosystem that has managed to establish itself internationally by offering 100% Italian design.
Secret Escapes strengthens sales performance with NewVoiceMedia
Apr 30, 2015
NewVoiceMedia has announced that Secret Escapes is using its ContactWorld solution to transform its sales operations, increase conversion rates and improve business efficiencies.
Aptean launches redesigned pivotal CRM solution
Apr 30, 2015
Aptean has announced the launch of Pivotal 6.5, the latest version of its enterprise-class CRM (Customer Relationship Management) solution designed to address a wide range of business challenges across all areas of CRM, including sales automation, marketing management and customer service delivery.
Xplore Technologies secures $9 Million follow-up order from major US telecommunications provider
Apr 30, 2015
Xplore Technologies Corp., manufacturer of high-quality rugged tablet computers, has received additional purchase orders in excess of $9 million for the delivery of 3,400 fully-rugged Bobcat Windows series tablets and docks.
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.
