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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Cloud-based warehouse stock control for e-commerce business

1 Cloud-based warehouse stock control for e-commerce business

ProSKU is a new cloud-based warehouse stock management application that enables online retailers to manage and track inventory in warehouses and store rooms efficiently to enhance customer service, reduce cost and minimise administrative input.

Sage launches new solutions at Dreamforce to boost end-to-end productivity

2 Sage launches new solutions at Dreamforce to boost end-to-end productivity

Sage has announced at Dreamforce two new solutions for Sage X3 and Sage Live on the Salesforce AppExchange, empowering businesses to connect with their customers, partners and employees in entirely new ways.

MGT Industries adopts Centric Software

3 MGT Industries adopts Centric Software

MGT Industries, the American sleepwear company has selected Centric Software to provide its PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) solution.

Indigo and DDS Logistics collaborate to boost Chinese e-commerce at CILF 2016

4 Indigo and DDS Logistics collaborate to boost Chinese e-commerce at CILF 2016

Indigo Software and DDS Logistics have joined forces to help Chinese companies looking to benefit from the countries US $700 billion e-commerce opportunity to get a head start.

It's time to put more women at the top of the supply chain

5 It's time to put more women at the top of the supply chain

By Kevin O'Marah, Chief Content Officer, SCM World.

Increasing the number of women in leadership positions in public companies improves profitability. Men and women work in different ways, bringing different strengths to the table, so it makes sense that gender diversity means better business decisions. So, why is the supply chain profession still struggling to attract, retain and recognise female talent?

Technology and telematics specialist acquried by Radius Payment Solutions

6 Technology and telematics specialist acquried by Radius Payment Solutions

Radius Payments Solutions has acquired telematics provider Trackyou Ltd. in a deal that will add more than 20,000 vehicles to its rapidly growing tracking business.

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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