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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Epicor releases latest version of iScala to support global business growth

1 Epicor releases latest version of iScala to support global business growth

Epicor Software Corporation, a global provider of industry-specific enterprise software to promote business growth today announced the general availability of its enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution Epicor iScala.

It was a 'Mardy March' for retail sales

2 It was a 'Mardy March' for retail sales

The Retail Sales Statistics for March 2017 revealed a month-on-month drop in sales, despite the spike in spending for Mother's Day.

UK manufactured goods in demand with strong domestic and export performance - CBI

3 UK manufactured goods in demand with strong domestic and export performance - CBI

The UK's manufacturers have reported strong growth in orders both at home and from abroad over the first quarter of 2017, although costs and prices have also continued to rise at an elevated pace, according to the latest quarterly CBI Industrial Trends Survey.

MediaMarkt Sweden looks to Relex to transform its supply chain

4 MediaMarkt Sweden looks to Relex to transform its supply chain

MediaMarkt Sweden has selected Relex to automate and optimise its supply chain. Relex, whose retail planning solutions have delivered impressive results for customers worldwide, will replace the retailer's largely manual supply chain management processes.

Cyberbit’s new Endpoint Detection and Response release advances cybersecurity with adaptive, automated capabilities

5 Cyberbit’s new Endpoint Detection and Response release advances cybersecurity with adaptive, automated capabilities

Cyberbit has announced a new version of its adaptive Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) platform, which now provides advanced and semi-automated threat hunting, centralised response capabilities, and an improved Software Developer Kit (SDK) for detection customisation.

Queen’s Award Winner Peli BioThermal presents insight and innovation at LogiPharma 2017

6 Queen’s Award Winner Peli BioThermal presents insight and innovation at LogiPharma 2017

Mitigating supply chain risks and excursions will be at the top of the agenda for the Peli BioThermal team attending LogiPharma in Europe.

NeoGrid’s Chief Operating Officer to co-present session at 2017 Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference in Phoenix, AZ

7 NeoGrid’s Chief Operating Officer to co-present session at 2017 Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference in Phoenix, AZ

NeoGrid, a global technology provider of end-to-end supply chain management solutions, has announced that chief operating officer Gilson Torii will co-present a session at the 2017 Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference scheduled for 22-25 May in Phoenix, Arizona.

Digitalisation will launch logistics industry to new heights of innovation

8 Digitalisation will launch logistics industry to new heights of innovation

The ongoing trend of digitalisation will launch the logistics industry to new heights of innovation. Greater availability and quality of data lays the foundation for better integration of transport service providers.

Only 34 per cent of manufacturing executives believe their staff take cyber security seriously

9 Only 34 per cent of manufacturing executives believe their staff take cyber security seriously

The government's Cyber Security Breaches Survey: 2017 demonstrates UK business' soft underbelly when it comes to cyber-attack vulnerability.

InfinityQS launches Enact – 'the future of manufacturing quality'

10 InfinityQS launches Enact – 'the future of manufacturing quality'

InfinityQS International, Inc. (InfinityQS) has launched Enact, a native-cloud Quality Intelligence platform that is claimed to revolutionise the role of quality, cutting through the clutter of data to deliver tailored, strategic operational insights necessary to improve competitive position and financial viability.

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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