A new survey conducted by research company YouGov and supply chain commerce cloud provider GT Nexus, an Infor Company, confirms a lack of brand loyalty among 18-34 year-olds while uncovering surprising factors that drive brand disloyalty.
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.
Survey shows majority of UK Millennials turn on their favorite brands - for surprising reasons
Dec 07, 2016
1 out of 3 companies underprepared for digital transformation, Ovum finds
Dec 07, 2016
A new study from global data, market research and advisory firm Ovum has found that one third (33%) of enterprises globally are underprepared for 'digital transformation' – the process of replacing legacy networks and dedicated service platforms with a coherent digital environment that is flexible, cost-effective, and capable of delivering changes rapidly and dynamically.
Choosing the best mobile scanning accessory for the enterprise: case, sled or peripheral
Dec 07, 2016
By Samuel Mueller, CEO, Scandit.
Barcode scanning is one of the easiest ways to collect product data. But choosing a scanning device is not always so simple.
Voxware research reveals significant increase in consumer expectations for online retailers this holiday season
Dec 07, 2016
Voxware has released consumer survey data demonstrating heightened expectations to which online retailers will be held during the 2016 holiday shopping season.
Drax enlists the support of Crimson & Co to help improve its planning processes
Dec 07, 2016
Energy firm Drax, which supplies up to approximately eight per cent of the UK's electricity needs, is enhancing its business processes following the successful implementation of a new Advanced Planning Scheduling (APS) system.
Think forward: Streamline the supply chain to accelerate success
Dec 07, 2016
Join Oracle and its partners at the Modern Business Experience – 1-2 February 2017, ExCeL London.
Do you have visibility across your entire supply chain? Does it adapt dynamically to market volatility? Today's supply chain organisations are feeling the pressure to modernise and transform their business processes to meet the challenges of our digital landscape.
Shiseido uses Panaya to tackle IT transformation project, successfully reducing global test efforts by 30%
Dec 07, 2016
Panaya has announced that Shiseido is using Panaya Test Center to undergo a major IT transformation project.
Maxoptra helps Hannah Foods improve its customer service experience
Dec 07, 2016
Hannah Foods, the family run food service specialist, is investing in route optimisation software from Maxoptra.
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.
