Epicor Software Corporation, a global provider of industry-specific enterprise software to promote business growth, has announced the availability of a new Total Economic Impact (TEI) study that examines the potential return on investment (ROI) companies can achieve with the Epicor enterprise resource planning (ERP) suite.
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.
Staxter and Wirecard launch new mobile ecosystem for e-commerce and value-added services
Oct 25, 2017
Aschheim (Munich). Wirecard, the international payment and internet technology provider, is collaborating with Staxter who will launch an e-commerce and value-added service platform soon.
Proactive Solutions helps to keep the Reynolds fleet on the road
Oct 25, 2017
Goodyear Proactive Solutions, the vehicle-to-fleet operations management system, has helped a leading UK distributor of fresh fruit, vegetables, dairy and cheese, reduce its tyre costs by almost 25%.
Acronis extends agreement with global cloud distributor intY
Oct 25, 2017
Acronis has extended its agreement with international cloud distributor intY to cover the complete portfolio of Acronis data protection and storage solutions in the EMEA region.
Toshiba's Hybrid printer wins more accolades
Oct 25, 2017
Toshiba Tec has announced that after thorough testing Buyers Laboratory (BLI), part of Keypoint Intelligence, has certified the reliability of the e-STUDIO3508LP and rated it "Highly Recommended".
The October 2017 edition of Manufacturing & Logistics IT
Oct 25, 2017
The October 2017 edition of Manufacturing & Logistics IT features a Special Technology Report on WMS/Voice-directed picking.
For this report, we spoke with a number of experts from the vendor and analyst communities about recent developments within the Warehouse Management System and Voice-directed picking space – including those concerning SaaS/Cloud and Big Data.
Why traditional manufacturing theories don't work
Oct 25, 2017
Complexity and variability are the new norm in modern business. Changing customer behaviour, shorter product lifecycles and a rising complexity in global supply chains is making life increasingly difficult for production planners.
Primera introduces FX500e foil imprinting system
Oct 25, 2017
Primera Technology Europe, European headquarter of the manufacturer of specialty printers Primera Technology, Inc., has announced its new FX500e Foil Imprinting System.
The warehouse space race to reach new customers
Oct 25, 2017
The hunt for extra warehousing space in the run-up to the year's busiest retail events has started with an increasing number of retailers looking for extra space for inventory to fulfil their customer orders.
Allan Morris Transport haul £100,000 return using r2c Online
Oct 25, 2017
Bulk haulage and distribution specialist, Allan Morris Transport, has revealed savings of over £100,000 since adopting r2c Online's fleet management software.
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.
