Avaya has announced the UK launch of ACS Select, the next generation of the Avaya Cloud Solutions delivery platform, which is hosted securely on the BT Wholesale network.
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.
Ideagen joins movement to encourage more women into the technology sector
Oct 11, 2017
Ideagen is backing a UK-wide movement designed to encourage more women into the technology industry.
US new car sales peak tests automotive supply chain resilience
Oct 11, 2017
The need for US residents to replace vehicles lost during recent hurricanes has helped boost September car sales in North America to an unexpected high.
New Prologis research reveals Europe’s most desirable logistics locations
Oct 11, 2017
Prologis, Inc. has released new research that examines why logistics customers in Europe choose certain locations over others.
The rise of Scan and Go technology and how it works
Oct 11, 2017
By Julian Wallis, Sales Director in the Payments Group at Rambus.
Logata and SATO join forces to deliver Cloud-based label printing solution
Oct 11, 2017
Logata, known for its BusinessApp Logistics Mall, a cloud-based platform for logistics processes and SATO, the provider of label printers for the logistics industry, have joined forces to deliver a cloud-based label-printing solution.
Manufacturing sector found to be paying 1541% mark-up on technology products
Oct 11, 2017
IT suppliers managed to seize on chaotic price inflation following the Brexit vote to maximise their profits, according to the annual KnowledgeBus IT Margins Benchmarking Study.
Supply chain warnings are sense not scaremongering, says FTA
Oct 11, 2017
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) is today (9 October 2017) urging British and EU negotiators who are meeting in Brussels to heed the warnings from traders and logistics operators on both sides of the Channel, that post-Brexit arrangements will need time and effort if the continued smooth passage of trade is to be established.
Testplant survey reveals critical business 'App Gap'
Oct 11, 2017
Research demonstrating the acute pressure that businesses are under to deliver apps in the IoT and digital era, has just been released by digital automation intelligence specialist, Testplant.
Leading businesses unit to tackle slavery
Oct 11, 2017
Eight of the most influential business leaders in the UK have joined together to spearhead pioneering industry action to drive out slavery from supply chains.
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.
