The October 2017 edition of Manufacturing & Logistics IT will feature an in-depth special report on WMS/ Voice Directed Picking.
In the report, some of the leading spokespeople from the Voice-directed solutions & WMS research, consultancy & vendor community will offer their insights into the key operational and financial advantages of deploying Voice and Warehouse Management Systems, and to what extent these benefits have been enhanced over the past year or two through further system development.
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.
Join the debate in our October 2017 WMS / Voice Directed Picking Special Technology Report
Aug 30, 2017
Wirecard Brazil launches new white label solution with Enjoei, one of Brazilian’s biggest online fashion marketplaces
Aug 30, 2017
Digital financial technology provider, Wirecard, has launched a new white label product for Enjoei, one of the biggest online fashion marketplaces in Brazil.
Major retail investment in Brazil is enhancing supply chain optimisation, states Crimson & Co
Aug 30, 2017
Supply chain operations in Brazil, which have felt the impact of the major political and economic turmoil in the country, could start to see significant improvements over the next few years, largely due to the relatively recent arrivals of major retailers, such as Amazon.
Panasonic reveals rugged devices to support fire fighting teams
Aug 30, 2017
Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service is transforming life for firefighters on the frontline by equipping them with Panasonic rugged Toughpad tablets to access vital information during an emergency.
Peter Hahn relies on software solution from inconso AG for expanding logistics capacities
Aug 30, 2017
The mail-order company Peter Hahn has started the efficient expansion of logistics capacities in Winterbach, Swabia.
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.
