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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Forrester names MicroStrategy a leader in enterprise BI Platforms Report

1 Forrester names MicroStrategy a leader in enterprise BI Platforms Report

MicroStrategy Incorporated, provider of enterprise analytics and mobility software, has announced that Forrester Research, Inc. has cited MicroStrategy as a leader in "The Forrester Wave: Enterprise BI Platforms With Majority On-Premises Deployments, Q3 2017" report.

Analysts to debate 'the Future of Customer Experience' at CX17

2 Analysts to debate 'the Future of Customer Experience' at CX17

Some of the leading analysts and industry experts in the world of customer experience will take to the stage on Wednesday 27 September at the Hilton Hotel, London Olympia to share their knowledge and insights with the audience at Enghouse Interactive's eagerly-awaited CX17 event.

British businesses are unprepared for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, with just 3% of employers viewed as 'leading edge'

3 British businesses are unprepared for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, with just 3% of employers viewed as 'leading edge'

Most British businesses are seemingly unprepared for the dramatic technology developments set to reshape the workplace in the next decade, according to the findings of a research report released by TalkTalk Business.

Supply chain friction costs businesses 6,500 hours a year

4 Supply chain friction costs businesses 6,500 hours a year

Study reveals UK businesses are wasting time and money handling the payment process. The average UK business loses £88,725 per year through clunky payment practices causing friction in their supply chain, according to new research by Tungsten Network.

Lack of sick pay leaves manufacturing employees on financial cliff edge

5 Lack of sick pay leaves manufacturing employees on financial cliff edge

Two in three workers are at risk of financial shock if they fall ill, according to a nationwide report published by health and wellbeing provider BHSF.

ØRN International gets smart with Snapfulfil Cloud WMS

6 ØRN International gets smart with Snapfulfil Cloud WMS

Workwear wholesaler, ØRN International has successfully gone live with the Snapfulfil Cloud WMS.

Datalogic announces new mobile computer for healthcare

7 Datalogic announces new mobile computer for healthcare

Datalogic, a global leader in automatic data capture and industrial automation markets, has launched the Memor X3 HC mobile computer.

DHL renews its principal partnership with Harlequins

8 DHL renews its principal partnership with Harlequins

Harlequins has renewed and enhanced its Principal Partnership with DHL. To celebrate the renewal, DHL organised a climb at The O2 in London with first team players Chris Robshaw, James Horwill, James Chisholm and Charlie Matthews, current Academy members George Head and Max Coyle, and Harlequins Ladies Jess Breach, Hannah Field and Jess Wooden.

Maxoptra and TomTom streamline mobile operations for South African telecom provider

9 Maxoptra and TomTom streamline mobile operations for South African telecom provider

WIRUlink has turned to Maxoptra to improve its field service operations. Integrated with WIRUlink's in-cab telematics solution from TomTom, Maxoptra's cloud-based dynamic route planning and scheduling software has already helped the company increase the efficiency of its installation and service teams, boost customer service and reduce costs.

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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