Nearly a third of manufacturing professionals who travel for business claim that there are no set allowances for dining or accommodation when they travel, The Heathrow Express Business Travel Insights Report reveals.
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.
TomTom Telematics introduces new fleet management product line-up
Feb 01, 2018
TomTom Telematics has launched a new product line-up to enable faster, more efficient, fleet management.
Intelligent Telematics opens new European HQ to support growth
Feb 01, 2018
Intelligent Telematics, the provider of connected vehicle camera solutions, has relocated its European headquarters to Reading, UK, as part of an ambitious expansion strategy that will see its workforce more than double in the coming months.
Qmatic introduces GDPR-ready solution for retail Customer Journey Management
Feb 01, 2018
A new GDPR-ready customer journey management solution, which adds value through a host of pre-existing, flexible, integrated modules and real-time analytics, has been launched by Qmatic, the Customer Journey Management solutions provider.
Prénatal Retail to rely on Relex for supply chain unification
Feb 01, 2018
Children's product group Prénatal Retail will use Relex Solutions' system to integrate the supply chain management of three well-known childcare brands – Prénatal, Toys Center and Bimbostore.
Passenger shopping experience enhanced with Datalogic's Joya Touch
Feb 01, 2018
One of the largest passenger and cargo shipping companies in the Baltic Sea region, Tallink operates the fast ferry Star, connecting Helsinki (Finland) to Tallinn (Estonia).
Epicor announces two new executive leadership appointments to take company through next phase of growth
Feb 01, 2018
Epicor Software Corporation, a global provider of industry-specific enterprise software to promote business growth, has made two new appointments to the executive leadership team.
Digi International Introduces NEW Digi XBee3 Series of Smart Edge IoT Modules and Modems
Feb 01, 2018
Digi International, the global provider of Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity products and services, has announced the availability of the Digi XBee3 series of next-generation RF modules and cellular modems.
Government acts to protect essential services from cyber attack
Feb 01, 2018
Bosses of Britain's most critical industries are being warned to boost cyber security or face hefty fines for leaving themselves vulnerable to attack.
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.
