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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Internet of Things Solutions World Congress returns to Barcelona for second year

1 Internet of Things Solutions World Congress returns to Barcelona for second year

The Internet of Things Solutions World Congress (IoTSWC) will return to Barcelona in October for its second year, bringing together the world's leading authorities and influencers in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).

DynaSys releases DynaSys DSCP 2016

2 DynaSys releases DynaSys DSCP 2016

DynaSys, provider of demand and supply chain planning (DSCP) solutions, has announced the general availability of DynaSys DSCP 2016, the latest version of the integrated DynaSys DSCP suite.

Global Shop Solutions releases Moveable Dispatch Chart product, allowing customers more control over their production scheduling

3 Global Shop Solutions releases Moveable Dispatch Chart product, allowing customers more control over their production scheduling

Every manufacturing company needs the ability to stay on top of jobs in real-time. Global Shop Solutions, a global provider of integrated ERP software for manufacturers, is making this easier than ever with the release of its Moveable Dispatch Chart.

Supply chain leader Michael Martin to keynote Barcoding, Inc.’s Executive Forum 6

4 Supply chain leader Michael Martin to keynote Barcoding, Inc.’s Executive Forum 6

Barcoding, Inc., the supply chain efficiency, accuracy, and connectivity solutions provider, has announced Michael Martin, director of global S&OP and continuous improvement at Stanley Black & Decker, as the keynote speaker for its 6th Annual Executive Forum.

MemSQL, provider of the fastest database platform for real-time analytics, is exhibiting and presenting at the Gartner Catalyst Conference beginning Monday, 15 August in San Diego, California.

5 MemSQL, provider of the fastest database platform for real-time analytics, is exhibiting and presenting at the Gartner Catalyst Conference beginning Monday, 15 August in San Diego, California.

Ankur Goyal, Vice President of Engineering at MemSQL, will showcase how in today's real-time world, enterprises like Kellogg and Macy's can leverage predictive analytics to improve supply chain operations and drive revenue.

SmarterPay in the Cloud

6 SmarterPay in the Cloud

BACS solutions provider, Data Interchange, has announced the launch of SmarterPay Cloud for direct debits and credits.

LDC puts ByBox in its locker

7 LDC puts ByBox in its locker

Mid-market private equity firm LDC has provided £37.5million of acquisition and development capital to accelerate the international growth of ByBox, the UK field service engineer logistics and supply chain technology solutions provider, in a transaction that values the business at £105million.

IoT data management issues concerns UK vendors

8 IoT data management issues concerns UK vendors

Zyme has shared research findings which suggests that 78% of UK vendors expect the Internet of Things (IoT) to have a significant impact on their ability to gather customer insights data across the supply chain.

Using RFID to improve the customer experience

9 Using RFID to improve the customer experience

By Dean Frew, Sr. VP for RFID Solutions and Chief Technology Officer, SML Group.

Dissatisfied and unengaged customers are an unfortunate part of the retail industry. Poor customer service can result in the possible loss of a sale or diminished brand loyalty. However, what is poor customer service actually costing your business?

Datalogic introduces the Joya Touch

10 Datalogic introduces the Joya Touch

Datalogic's new Joya Touch is a multi-purpose device for use throughout retail, aimed at optimising a company's ROI.

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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