SYSPRO will host the first APICS Vancouver 2016 - Supply Chain Strategy Summit, with the Vancouver chapter of APICS.
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.
ip.access launches major update to Presence data monetisation service
Oct 26, 2016
ip.access has launched a major upgrade of its Presence data monetisation service with the release of a new next generation sensor.
Modernising the warehouse puts Raleigh ahead of the pack
Oct 26, 2016
Ask anyone in the UK to remember their first bike and the chances are that one brand is mentioned more fondly than any other – Raleigh.
The company is one of the most successful bicycle brands in history, stretching back to its foundations in Raleigh Street, Nottingham, in 1885, and growing to become one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of bicycles and accessories in the UK and around the world.
Live information platform launched to improve transport management visibility
Oct 26, 2016
A product which provides carriers and their customers with live information and multi-carrier consignment tracking is being officially launched on the global market.
Datalogic introduces the RIDA DBT6400 area imager
Oct 26, 2016
Datalogic has introduced the RIDA DBT6400 2D area imager. A cordless device with Bluetooth wireless technology which is to be used in connection with mobile devices. The elegant and stylish design is small, pocket-sized and fits perfectly into the palm of a hand.
Indigo announces strategic partnership with CNX
Oct 26, 2016
Indigo Software has developed a strategic technology partnership with CNX Corporation, based in Chicago, to develop and support third party web and mobile applications using the Valence framework in the UK. The two companies share extensive synergy with the Valence Framework already used in its development of Indigo WMS.
Integrate to keep customers urges K3 Syspro
Oct 26, 2016
Closer integration of the manufacturing supply chain, including collaboration between people and secure data sharing, now holds the key to customer retention.
Key apparel retailers and brands adopt GS1 global standards
Oct 26, 2016
GS1 UK, the supply chain standards organisation, has announced an increase of 89% in membership in the apparel, accessories and footwear market, demonstrating the increasing importance of GS1 standards in this sector, and the benefits they bring to apparel retailers and brands.
Two new intelligent business scanners from Epson
Oct 26, 2016
Epson has announced two new intelligent, compact, sheet-fed WorkForce scanners. With powerful media handling and smart features to offer a high level of data integrity, the WorkForce DS-570W and DS-530 are geared towards highly-efficient and simple integration into an organisation's workflow.
The new cost of food spoilage
Oct 26, 2016
By Terry Myers, CEO Infratab, Inc.
Farmers are starting to rethink spoilage. Climate change, increasing land, water, labour costs, and new laws are forcing greater efficiency in harvest, cooling, and distribution, not only to prevent spoilage, but to maximise profitability.
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.
