EVS, the warehouse management software (WMS) solutions provider, has partnered with MuleSoft, provider of the leading platform for building application networks.
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.
EVS partners with MuleSoft to streamline integration between WMS and business applications
Jun 13, 2018
Hoppecke invests in IT to boost customer service
Jun 13, 2018
Energy management specialist Hoppecke Industrial Batteries has embarked on a series of IT-enabled business process upgrades to improve standards of service and maximise efficiencies, following customer and employee feedback.
UK among world's top five economies for 3D printing
Jun 13, 2018
The UK has one of the top five 3D printing sectors worldwide, according to research from HP and A.T. Kearney.
The study of 30 leading economies places Britain 5th overall for readiness to adopt 3D printing technology, and among the world's three fastest-growing 3D printing markets.
'Shock to the system' as managers in manufacturing see real terms pay drop and directors' bonuses slashed
Jun 13, 2018
New data from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and XpertHR show basic salaries and bonuses for directors and senior managers in manufacturing have fallen in real terms, with inflation overtaking pay increases.
Rimini Street EMEA State of Innovation Readiness survey reveals an inconsistent approach among industries
Jun 13, 2018
The Rimini Street State of Innovation Readiness Study, conducted by Vanson Bourne, has revealed troublingly inconsistent approaches to innovation among industries across the region.
ECOMAL increases the use of Picavi smart glasses at its central warehouse
Jun 13, 2018
The electronics wholesaler, ECOMAL Europe GmbH, will be using more Picavi smart glasses at its European central warehouse from the third quarter of 2018 onwards.
Captec and Getac announce strategic partnership
Jun 13, 2018
Captec has entered into a new strategic partnership with Getac, provider of rugged mobile computing solutions.
Maxoptra helps to maximise service and delivery performance for Axminster Tools & Machinery
Jun 13, 2018
Axminster Tools & Machinery is using Maxoptra's customer service, delivery management and route planning technology to automate the optimisation and execution of deliveries for its successful mail order business.
The legacy skills gap is reaching a crisis point, warns TmaxSoft
Jun 13, 2018
Despite the rush of enterprises to become digitally mature, many organisations are being held back by their reliance on legacy infrastructure that cannot keep up with the pace of innovation.
Neovia is building the future of its supply chain with DynaSys Cloud DSCP
Jun 13, 2018
DynaSys, provider of demand and supply chain planning (DSCP) solutions, has announced that Neovia, a global player in pet care and animal health, selected the DynaSys Cloud DSCP solution, including the Demand Planning, Distribution Planning and Production Planning solutions.
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.
