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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.
Maxoptra helps Mercedes-Benz dealership make parts deliveries smart
Aug 02, 2017
Maxoptra's dynamic multi-drop route planning software is helping Sandown Mercedes-Benz plan and complete deliveries of spare parts to garages across the south of England.
Teletrac Navman drives supply partnership deal with Lakehouse
Aug 02, 2017
The global provider of fleet management solutions, Teletrac Navman has secured a significant contract with Lakehouse, to supply its latest DIRECTOR software. Lakehouse operates in a variety of service sectors, which include property services, compliance, energy services and construction.
Mobileye brings driver alerting technology to UK logistics fleets
Aug 02, 2017
Mobileye is rolling out its automated driver alerting technology to logistics fleets across the UK after trials showed how the automated driver alerts can reduce collisions and cut 'at fault' accidents.
New Yorker Electronics releases new rugged panel mount LED assemblies
Aug 02, 2017
New Yorker Electronics has introduced the new 14mm Mount CL Series Panel LED for industrial and outdoor applications.
Flexibility and versatility drive demand for smart handheld metrology devices
Aug 02, 2017
Vendors must aggressively expand their smart handheld optical scanner portfolios to capture growth opportunities, finds Frost & Sullivan's Test & Measurement team.
California Citrus Giant Chooses LINKFRESH ERP
Aug 02, 2017
LINKFRESH Inc., provider of supply chain ERP solutions designed specifically for the fresh food industry, announced that CA based Citrus grower, Fillmore-Piru Citrus Association, has selected the LINKFRESH ERP software suite to manage its operations.
Packaging Suite 5.0 - A combination of proven and new functionality
Aug 02, 2017
Raynet, provider of services and products for application lifecycle management in Europe, has released an advanced and comprehensive software packaging and virtualisation solution: Packaging Suite 5.0
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.
