A field-service-targeted rugged tablet, developed using the principle of 'marginal gains – an approach adopted by Britain's all-conquering Olympic cycling team - has been launched by rugged technology designer and manufacturer Getac.
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.
Supply chain leaders backing Britain to stay in EU
Mar 16, 2016
In an informal poll of over 100 of the UK's leading logistics professionals, more than 60 per cent indicated that, in their opinion, the nation's best interests would be served by Britain remaining part of the EU.
Fleetmatics' FleetBeat report reveals that SaaS-enabled fleet management solutions are critical to improving driver safety
Mar 16, 2016
Fleetmatics Group PLC has issued the third edition of its FleetBeat Report, which included an in-depth analysis of the driving behaviour of fleets of customers across the US, incorporating specific regions and industries that experience the most and least severe driving incidents according to the data analysed.
Scattergun sales approach shown in new survey
Mar 16, 2016
Some 70 per cent of business decision makers have admitted that their organisation's salespeople do not have a systematic approach to engaging with customers and prospects. Carried out for sales and negotiation experts Huthwaite International, the national YouGov research found that only 22 per cent of British business decision makers said their organisation has a single sales methodology and eight per cent do not know whether they did or not.
Internet of Things will place greater pressure on companies to modernise
Mar 16, 2016
One of the hottest trends in tech right now is the Internet of Things, or IoT. Morgan Stanley projects that within the next five years, as many as 75 billion smart connected devices will be communicating with each other via IoT.
General Motors names Manhattan Associates a 2015 Supplier of the Year
Mar 16, 2016
Manhattan Associates, Inc. was selected as a 2015 Supplier of the Year by General Motors (GM). The annual award recognises GM's global suppliers who have delivered superior service and made significant contributions to the company.
Generous British IT firms invest in staff certification training and exams
Mar 16, 2016
The majority of IT employers across the UK are investing in their staff by paying for training and certification exams – and employees are reaping the rewards – according to new research.
New apprentice-focused division for logistics recruiter
Mar 16, 2016
Recruiter - Gi Group UK - has established a new Employability, Skills and Learning division (ESL) to help bridge the skills gap and remove the barriers keeping people from employment.
Bartec reduces pressure on production, sees 85% reduction in lead times
Mar 16, 2016
Bartec Auto ID Ltd, based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, manufactures tyre pressure sensors. The company previously relied on a discontinued DOS-based Australian system to handle bills of materials, but with limited stock management.
Synergy Logistics' Snapfulfil WMS positioned in Gartner Magic Quadrant for Warehouse Management Systems 2016
Mar 16, 2016
Synergy Logistics has once again been positioned in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Warehouse Management Systems* for its Snapfulfil platform, recognising its completeness of vision and ability to execute.
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.
