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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BCP's Accord Momentum transforms operations at Ozmen International

1 BCP's Accord Momentum transforms operations at Ozmen International

The latest retail management software from software specialist BCP (Business Computer Projects Ltd) has transformed operations at food retailer, Ozmen International Food Centre in Sheffield, delivering all the benefits of a fully integrated retail solution based on the latest technologies.

Conquer the supply chain with a small army

2 Conquer the supply chain with a small army

Darren Matthews, Business Development Analyst for WiseTech Global, points out how even a small yet supportive staff can gain the competitive advantage with the right resources in their arsenal.

Xplore grows UK market presence

3 Xplore grows UK market presence

Xplore Technologies Corp., the rugged tablet manufacturer and ultra-rugged tablet PC provider, is to grow its UK market presence following the acquisition of Motion Computing's rugged product lines.

Technovek lowers production costs and speeds up processes with Infor SyteLine

4 Technovek lowers production costs and speeds up processes with Infor SyteLine

Infor, provider of business applications specialised by industry and built for the cloud, has announced the results of deploying Infor SyteLine by Infor partner FRONTSTEP CIS at "Technovek".

Fleetmatics named leading provider of software-based fleet management solutions in the Americas by Berg Insight for the 3rd year in a row

5 Fleetmatics named leading provider of software-based fleet management solutions in the Americas by Berg Insight for the 3rd year in a row

Fleetmatics Group PLC has announced that, for the 3rd year in a row, industry analyst firm Berg Insight has named the Company as the leading provider of fleet management solutions in the Americas in the Fleet Management in the Americas - 6th Edition report.

Ergonomic Solutions provides a quick turnaround for technology integration as Munich Airport opens new satellite terminal

6 Ergonomic Solutions provides a quick turnaround for technology integration as Munich Airport opens new satellite terminal

The opening of a new terminal or satellite at any airport is a huge undertaking. Currently, the final touches are being put to a new facility at Munich Airport. Once opened, the new satellite will increase capacity for Lufthansa and its' Star Alliance partners at Terminal 2 of Germany's second largest airport which handled almost 9 million passengers in the first three months of 2016, alone.

Fleet managers set to improve compliance and cut costs with new Masternaut Fuel module

7 Fleet managers set to improve compliance and cut costs with new Masternaut Fuel module

Masternaut, provider of fleet telematics and vehicle tracking services, has launched the Masternaut Fuel module, enabling fleets and SMEs to improve fuel spend compliance and cut vehicle fuel costs.

Barcoding, Inc. launches Active Asset Tracker (AAT) Solution

8 Barcoding, Inc. launches Active Asset Tracker (AAT) Solution

Barcoding, Inc. has launch its Active Asset Tracker (AAT) Solution. Leveraging the power of the Internet of Things (IoT) and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) beacons, the solution turns physical assets into sensors that provide enterprises with near real-time physical inventory visibility.

Honeywell launches new high-performance wireless ring scanner

9 Honeywell launches new high-performance wireless ring scanner

Honeywell has announced the release of its new high-performance 8670 Wireless Ring Scanner with Bluetooth technology, a compact, lightweight scanner that fits comfortably on a finger to allow workers to keep both hands free when completing their tasks.

Datalogic launches WebSentinel PLUS real-time systems monitor and information collector

10 Datalogic launches WebSentinel PLUS real-time systems monitor and information collector

Datalogic has announced the new WebSentinel PLUS, advanced monitor and information collector for use in Factory Automation and Transportation and Logistics.

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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