Datalogic, the automatic data capture and process automation solutions provider, has introduced DS5100, the new flexible, powerful and compact laser scanner.
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.
Aryaka and Radware work together to deliver SD-WAN and security to global enterprises
Feb 07, 2018
Aryaka has announced a new technology partnership with Radware a global provider of cyber security solutions and application delivery for virtual, cloud and software defined data centres, to implement best-in-class DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attack detection and mitigation for its global enterprise services.
Half of SMEs fear financial loss from poor IT security and data compliance
Feb 07, 2018
Recent research by Ultima, the provider of on-premise and cloud IT infrastructure and managed service solutions, has found that over half (58%) of the UK's SMEs think their businesses are at risk of financial loss from poor IT security and data compliance, with 67% believing they may be out of business in three years if their IT security and compliance doesn't improve.
NMI unveils redesigned merchant Interface for its payments enablement platform
Feb 07, 2018
NMI has launched its new merchant interface for its payments enablement platform that provides independent sales organisations (ISOs), value-added resellers (VARs), independent software vendors (ISVs) and payment facilitators with a modernised payment gateway platform for their merchant customers.
TimoCom cooperating with UTA
Feb 07, 2018
You can now use TimoCom to plan fuel stops into your transport route. The European transport platform is expanding its digital service provision offer in cooperation with the service and fuel card provider UNION TANK Eckstein (UTA), in Kleinostheim.
EDX is back – Discover the latest in retail delivery, supply chain and fulfilment
Feb 07, 2018
"What we want, when we want it" – that is the mentality of the 2018 customer. Customer behaviour has dramatically changed, with "click and collect" and "same day delivery" now an expectation for the vast majority.
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.
