Manufacturing & Logistics IT takes a look at Loch Lomond Group's IT estate and the business and operational benefits these systems bring to the company.
Loch Lomond Group is a company behind some of Scotland's most highly regarded artisan whisky brands. Founded in 1814, Loch Lomond Whiskies can trace its roots back to the Littlemill distillery, which was established in 1772 and is thought to be one of the oldest in the world
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.
Raising a toast to greater IT efficiency
Jun 06, 2018
EACS announces partnership with The Robotic Workforce
Jun 06, 2018
IT managed services provider EACS has formed a collaborative partnership with intelligent automation specialist The Robotic Workforce.
Customer connection missing as manufacturers yet to produce rewards from Industry 4.0
Jun 06, 2018
Manufacturers are yet to use Industry 4.0 operating principles such as interoperability, transparency and decentralization to get closer to customers, suppliers and distributors, according to a new Oracle study.
Paradise lost and found: how AI and analytics found the UK’s best place
Jun 06, 2018
By John Spooner, Head of Data Science at SAS UK & Ireland.
You may never have heard of it, but the small, West Yorkshire town of Hebden Bridge is the UK's best place to live. Whenever a value judgement like this is made it's easy to dismiss it as subjective.
Focal improves forecast accuracy with DynaSys Demand Planning Ready To Plan (RTP)
Jun 06, 2018
DynaSys, provider of demand and supply chain planning solutions, has announced that Focal, manufacturer of high-fidelity audio systems, selected the DynaSys Demand Planning Ready To Plan (RTP) solution. DynaSys Demand Planning will allow Focal to optimize its inventory management while ensuring optimum levels of service. DynaSys is a division of QAD Inc. (Nasdaq:QADA) (Nasdaq:QADB).
NetMotion delivers world’s first operational intelligence platform for enterprise mobility
Jun 06, 2018
NetMotion Software, provider of Mobile Performance and Operational Intelligence solutions, has announced what it describes as the world's first operational intelligence platform designed specifically for enterprise mobility.
The need for dynamic people in electronics manufacturing and supply chain
Jun 06, 2018
By Victoria Bonnar, Human Resources Manager, Dynamic EMS.
Electronics manufacturing plays a crucial role in the UK's economic, social and technological landscape, providing quality employment, on a substantial scale and enabling an active supply chain, that physically distributes products across the world.
GateHouse Logistics gives 'unprecedented' data control to supply chain carriers
Jun 06, 2018
Europe's most secure GDPR-compliant data distribution service provider updates its flagship ghTrack service for critical supply chain data sharing; faster, easier, and more language versions
Toshiba announces new solutions to Windows 10-based Assisted Reality smart glasses
Jun 06, 2018
Toshiba has announced the arrival of new capabilities to its recently launched dynaEdge DE-100 and AR100 Viewer Assisted Reality smart glass solution, designed to provide leading workflow enhancements to the manufacturing and maintenance sectors.
SSG Insight introduces innovative BI tool alongside Agility 9
Jun 06, 2018
SSG Insight has announced the launch of what it describes as a disruptive new business intelligence tool capable of translating operational data into clear strategic insight for business decision makers.
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.
