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 & LabellingTransport Management, Asset Management Software and Mobile Computing.

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Integration Point prepares for major transition in US Customs filing procedures

1 Integration Point prepares for major transition in US Customs filing procedures

As the trade anxiously awaits the November 1, 2015 mandatory filing deadline from US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to go into effect, Integration Point is preparing as well.

Handheld Algiz 7 rugged tablet HF and LF RFID option

2 Handheld Algiz 7 rugged tablet HF and LF RFID option

The Algiz 7 rugged Tablet PC from Handheld now has HF and LF RFID Options : 125 kHz / 134.2 kHz / 13.56 MHz This rugged tablet PC is small, light and fast, with multiple connectivity options and a wide range of functionality.

Horseware looks to BEC for WMS Voice solution

3 Horseware looks to BEC for WMS Voice solution

BEC (Systems Integration) Ltd. has won a Voice-enabled Warehouse Management Solution (WMS) contract with Horseware, one of the world's best known manufacturers of riding wear, leisure wear, horse rugs, equestrian products and accessories.

All JLT Mobile Computers compatible with new Windows 10 operating system

4 All JLT Mobile Computers compatible with new Windows 10 operating system

JLT Mobile Computers, Swedish developer and manufacturer of rugged computers for demanding environments, has announced that all JLT rugged computers have been tested to be compatible with Microsoft Windows 10.

Cognito iQ app validated by Zebra for the new TC75

5 Cognito iQ app validated by Zebra for the new TC75

Cognito has announced that the Cognito iQ Intelligent Mobile Workflow (IMW) cross-platform application is available on Zebra's rugged TC75 Android device.

CoolGlow selects Snapfulfil

6 CoolGlow selects Snapfulfil

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 centre.

The right medicine for replenishment and inventory

7 The right medicine for replenishment and inventory

Galexis is to use Relex's supply chain management software to reap the benefits of Relex's automated replenishment while maximising transparency for sales campaigns and promotions.

Roberson Wine keeps orders flowing with NetDespatch

8 Roberson Wine keeps orders flowing with NetDespatch

Independent wine specialist, Roberson Wine, is the latest retailer to select the popular NetDespatch cloud-based shipping and data management platform to streamline its order fulfilment process.

New capabilities in JDA Flowcasting attack the toughest retail forecasting challenges

9 New capabilities in JDA Flowcasting attack the toughest retail forecasting challenges

In today's fast-paced, hyper-competitive, omni-channel world, it's more challenging than ever to create an accurate forecast.

SATO launches IoT printing solution

10 SATO launches IoT printing solution

SATO, the global provider of Auto-ID solutions that empower workforces and streamline operations, has launched the CL4/6NX-J series, an Internet of Things (IoT) label printer service1 compatible with SATO Online Services (SOS), a cloud-based maintenance solution.

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.

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