Mobile payments are fast approaching a tipping point, with spending via smartphones accelerating according to the latest consumer spending data from Worldpay.
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.
Brexit opportunities on the agenda at Multimodal 2018
Mar 07, 2018
Brexit opportunities and challenges, developing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for air freight shippers, and optimising performance in the maritime supply chain are three of the topics that will be debated at Multimodal 2018.
Cyber security, big data analytics and enterprise cloud among top digital technologies for retail and CPG firms
Mar 07, 2018
An Infosys research report titled, Digital Outlook for the Retail and CPG Industry, highlights how digital technologies deployed at organisations are improving existing operations, solving new problems, and creating new opportunities.
Pandora partners with Quintiq for implementation of a production planning solution
Mar 07, 2018
Quintiq, a Dassault Systèmes company and provider of supply chain planning and optimisation (SCP&O) solutions, has announced that its software will be used to support Pandora's capacity expansion program.
Sage Clarity enters into a new strategic partnership with InfinityQS
Mar 07, 2018
Sage Clarity, the Next Generation Manufacturing Enterprise solutions provider, has entered into a new strategic partnership with Global Manufacturing and Quality Intelligence Solution vendor InfinityQS.
Maxoptra Quartix integration keeps transport operations on track
Mar 07, 2018
Maxoptra has integrated its multi-drop, cloud-based vehicle routing and scheduling software with Quartix real-time vehicle tracking.
WEAF announces record membership numbers at Annual Conference
Mar 07, 2018
The West of England Aerospace Forum (WEAF) announced at its Annual Conference & Exhibition that it has achieved record membership numbers by surpassing the 300 mark.
Barcoding, Inc. to exhibit and host three seminars at MODEX 2018
Mar 07, 2018
Barcoding, Inc., the supply chain efficiency, accuracy, and connectivity, will exhibit the company's innovative solutions and host three educational seminars at MODEX 2018, held April 9-12 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta.
Kuehne + Nagel’s new digital collaborative platform drives efficiency gains for international supply chain customers
Mar 07, 2018
In the course of the upcoming Trans Pacific Maritime Annual Conference, Kuehne + Nagel has launched KN ESP.
Honeywell connected supply chain software helps prevent counterfeit automotive parts from entering supply chain
Mar 07, 2018
Honeywell has announced that its cloud-based, track-and-trace solution is being used by German automotive products companies to detect counterfeit products globally.
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.
