Snapfulfil SaaS WMS, a global system of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) WMS, announced CoolGlow has selected the Snapfulfil warehouse management system (WMS) for its Dallas, TX fulfilment center.
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.
Greencore gets its Food to Go with Voiteq’s VoiceMan
Aug 05, 2015
Operating out of six main distribution centres across the UK and a further six in the USA, Greencore's 'Food to Go' convenience foods business wanted to modernise its warehouse operations with a real-time system that reduced manual paper-based processes, improved accuracy and enhanced customer service.
Bringing click-&-collect lockers and self-service kiosks to UK retail
Aug 05, 2015
Cambridge-based productivity solutions provider, Herbert Group, and global supply chain solutions provider, Apex Supply Chain Technologies, are partnering to deliver a new wave of retail solutions for customer engagement, brand equity enhancement and omni-channel fulfilment, unleashing a new value layer for UK retailers.
Smart IoT London
Aug 05, 2015
CloserStill Media, organiser of Data Centre World and Cloud Expo Europe – cloud and data centre business and technology events – has announced a new event for enterprise IT professionals and service providers, taking place at London ExCeL on 12-13 April 2016.
SATO introduces Argox cost effective printers for high quality labelling
Aug 05, 2015
SATO has introduced a new value range of cost-effective industrial label printers to help businesses ensure product traceability while boosting profitability and competitiveness.
NetDespatch helps APC Overnight bring Pelican Healthcare on-board
Aug 05, 2015
Cardiff-based Pelican Healthcare has implemented an integrated web-based solution from NetDespatch that seamlessly connects the company's Sage order management system with their local APC Overnight Depot - Western Couriers.
Manufacturing growth remains steady but exports pressurised by stronger Sterling - CBI
Aug 05, 2015
Manufacturing growth continued in the three months to July, but exports are set to weaken, according to the latest CBI Quarterly Industrial Trends Survey.
Post-election confidence sees supply chain vacancies jump 26% year-on-year
Aug 05, 2015
The number of supply chain jobs advertised year-on-year in the UK in the second quarter of 2015 has increased by 26%, according to research from specialist recruiter Robert Walters.
Figures from the Robert Walters UK Jobs Index, which charts vacancy numbers posted to online platforms, has revealed that the demand for supply chain professionals grew most significantly in London with vacancies up 30% compared to the second quarter of 2014, with the overall number of vacancies up 6% over this period.
Yotta Supports Bournemouth's Drive to Digitalisation
Aug 05, 2015
A range of software and support services from Yotta is supporting Bournemouth Borough Council in its drive towards digitalisation. In a coordinated upgrade programme, Bournemouth has moved both its Mayrise Waste and Highways software to a hosted solution.
Getac Z710 tablet expands pan-European airport security for ICTS
Aug 05, 2015
Aviation security provider ICTS Europe has expanded its use of the Getac Z710 rugged tablet across European airports, with the devices now responsible for collecting and processing the data for 12,000 passengers every day.
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.
