NNR Global Logistics is a member of the Nishitetsu Group. Acknowledged as a provider of high quality products since its foundation in 1948, their continued organic growth has seen it evolve into a $4 billion global organisation with over 18,000 employees worldwide.
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.
The role of big data in the retail supply chain
Aug 18, 2016
By Mikko Kärkkäinen, Group CEO, RELEX Solutions.
Big data isn't only about the amount of information involved; it's also about the ability to process and analyse it from multiple angles.
The Winning Group builds omni-channel retailing platform with Manhattan Associates
Aug 18, 2016
Manhattan Associates, Inc. has announced that Australian kitchen and laundry appliance specialist, The Winning Group, has completed a successful roll out of Manhattan's Supply Chain Commerce Solutions as part of a business transformation project designed to deliver a fulfilling brand experience for customers.
Snell Advanced Media consolidates ERP with QAD
Aug 18, 2016
QAD Inc. has announced that Snell Advanced Media (SAM) will deploy QAD Enterprise Applications company-wide to improve information visibility and reduce the complexity of its business processes.
Bixolon launches the compact, high performance 2" thermal transfer desktop label printer with built-in Bluetooth
Aug 18, 2016
Global printer manufacturer Bixolon, has announced the launch of the SLP-TX220, 2" (58mm) Thermal Transfer Label Printer.
M-Files and AIIM Survey reveals frequency of information security
Aug 18, 2016
M-Files Corporation has announced the findings from a joint survey conducted with The Association for Information and Image Management (AIIM) that highlight the prevalence of information security breaches at most organisations.
Risk to investment and growth as manufacturers remain 'reluctant' to borrow from banks
Aug 18, 2016
Growth and investment are at risk because manufacturers remain disengaged from the banking sector with the legacy of the financial crisis still playing a significant role in their attitudes towards external finance, warns a new report:
RTD Stream solution empowers finance departments to control increasingly fragmented ERP landscape
Aug 18, 2016
Magnitude Software has introduced RTD Stream, a solution to integrate heterogeneous ERP data into SAP S/4 HANA in near real time.
Inther & SRD sell first Automated Document Applicator
Aug 18, 2016
Inther Logistics Engineering BV & SRD Maschinenbau GmbH sold their first Automated Document Applicator (ADA) to the warehouse of hardware store BAUHAUS in Krefeld (Germany).
UK's SME manufacturers losing their creative spark
Aug 18, 2016
Small and medium sized manufacturing businesses in the UK are finding it increasingly difficult to design new products for their customers, citing innovation as a key challenge for the industry as a whole. This is the key finding of this year's 'SME Barometer Research' commissioned by Exact, an annual survey of 2,500 respondents across Europe and the USA.
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.
