The software company Symbio will establish, together with DENSO, the automotive component manufacturer, a joint innovation centre in Finland. The innovation centre will be based in Symbio's premises in Espoo, Finland.
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.
Datalogic IMPACT Software 11.11, enabling advanced OCR
Nov 29, 2017
Datalogic, has introduced the 11.11 IMPACT software release, designed to bring new functionalities to the MX-E and MX-U vision processors delivering the new Advanced OCR tool, an intuitive and easy to use vision tool for challenging Optical Character Recognition applications.
Foodex returns to offer 360° view of the UK food and drink manufacturing industry
Nov 29, 2017
Foodex 2018, the UK trade event for the food and drink processing, packaging and logistics industries, will return to the NEC Birmingham from 16-18 April next year.
METTLER TOLEDO Safeline develops new fully integrated conveyorised metal detection system
Nov 29, 2017
Industrial metal detectors can bring important benefits to the production line for food, non-food and pharmaceutical applications.
Only 12 per cent of manufacturing employees would share a mental health problem with their employers
Nov 29, 2017
New research by Benenden has revealed the extent to which mental health remains a taboo subject in the workplace, with only one employee in 10 (12 per cent) working in the manufacturing sector admitting they would confide in their employer if they suffered with an illness.
Who will win the Augmented, Mixed and Virtual Reality Device Race?
Nov 29, 2017
Theorem's recently launched Visualization Experience app for use on Augmented, Mixed and Virtual Reality devices (forming part of their Digital Realities product family) has been specifically designed and developed from the ground up to be device agnostic. Whether it is a holographic display, tablet, or a VR device, the same application will run on any.
Lexmark introduces Supply Chain Document Optimization for Manufacturing
Nov 29, 2017
Lexmark International, Inc., the global imaging solutions provider, has announced the European launch of Lexmark Supply Chain Document Optimization for Manufacturing, a solution that leverages the Lexmark Smart multifunction printer platform and streamlines manual processes to help manufacturers gain visibility into supply chain logistics, consolidate devices, increase productivity and lower costs.
New website focuses on Transdek’s unique total supply chain solutions expertise
Nov 29, 2017
Freight in the City exhibitor Transdek UK has launched a new website to deliver an easy to navigate resource that highlights the total solutions approach the company provides. This uniquely spans both trailer and loading bay design to enhance both the efficiency and the synergy between the two.
Logility acquires Halo Business Intelligence to expand advanced analytics
Nov 29, 2017
Logility, Inc., provider of collaborative supply chain optimisation and advanced retail planning solutions, has acquired privately-held Halo Business Intelligence, a San Diego-based supplier of advanced analytics and business intelligence solutions for the supply chain market.
Countering the threats of social engineering
Nov 29, 2017
By Andrew Avanessian, COO at Avecto.
The manufacturing industry is a cornerstone of the world's economy, contributing trillions of pounds every year. The powerhouses of China, the USA and the UK alone account for over $3 trillion.
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.
