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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Cooper Software selected by Vita Cellular Foams to implement global business management solution, NetSuite OneWorld

1 Cooper Software selected by Vita Cellular Foams to implement global business management solution, NetSuite OneWorld

Systems integration specialist, Cooper Software, has been selected by Vita Cellular Foams to implement the cloud-based global business management solution, NetSuite OneWorld at their new standalone manufacturing facility in China.

NiceLabel develops a simple solution to include mandatory nutrition facts table in food labels

2 NiceLabel develops a simple solution to include mandatory nutrition facts table in food labels

December 13, 2016 is the deadline when all food producers must be fully compliant with the EU Food Labeling Regulation 1169/2011.

Track and trace visibility in smart manufacturing

3 Track and trace visibility in smart manufacturing

Rising customer demands, increasing complexities and an ever-growing army of competitors – no industry is safe from the challenges of modern business. A new guide from Zebra Technologies outlines how, with the right technologies and the right approach, you can overcome the hurdles and build a factory of the future.

Smartbox Group implements RELEX's Supply Chain Optimisation solution to maximise sales and increase operational efficiency internationally

4 Smartbox Group implements RELEX's Supply Chain Optimisation solution to maximise sales and increase operational efficiency internationally

Smartbox Group, a global leader of the experience gift concept with shares in Europe, has selected RELEX Solutions' supply chain software to implement optimised supply chain processes for its rapidly growing global operation.

TeamViewer supplies integration with world’s #1 CRM and customer service platform

5 TeamViewer supplies integration with world’s #1 CRM and customer service platform

TeamViewer, a global pioneer of remote control and online collaboration software, has announced the integration of its remote control app with the Salesforce Service Cloud platform.

LADA Image optimises Warehouse Management and launches new facilities with Infor SCE

6 LADA Image optimises Warehouse Management and launches new facilities with Infor SCE

Infor, provider of business applications specialised by industry and built for the Cloud, has deployed WMS from the Infor SCE suite at another warehouse of LADA Image, the official distributor of spare parts for LADA automobiles.

Insights on how to fulfil the multichannel promise from eDelivery Conference

7 Insights on how to fulfil the multichannel promise from eDelivery Conference

Hundreds of S.O.L.D. - Supply chain, Operations, Logistics, Delivery - professionals from across the ecommerce and 3PL sector came together last week for the second eDelivery Conference (EDC 2016) at London's Hammersmith Novotel.

Exploring fleets in the connected mobility ecosystem

8 Exploring fleets in the connected mobility ecosystem

By Graham Jarvis

Traditional fleet management systems that monitor driver behaviour, maintenance and fuel economy are increasingly being integrated with new Internet of Things (IoT) functionalities and infrastructure such as with the smart city or the smart road.

Safety first as Bestway installs Axtec OnBoard Load Indicator across UK fleet

9 Safety first as Bestway installs Axtec OnBoard Load Indicator across UK fleet

With more new vans registered each year, joining already heavily-congested roads, driver and road-user safety has never been more important for fleet operators – particularly for urban-focused van fleets.

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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