Satisfying consumer demands for rapid fulfilment and customisation, a new study commissioned by Ricoh Europe reveals the vital role retail business leaders see new printing technologies playing in driving their competitive advantage.
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.
Renovo and HERE Technologies form partnership to further open interfaces in automated mobility
Aug 08, 2018
An open ecosystem of best-in-class technologies working seamlessly together will be at the heart of the automated transportation systems of the future. That is the shared vision of Renovo, a mobility software technology company, and HERE Technologies, a global provider of mapping and location services.
AI, machine learning and modern manufacturing productivity
Aug 08, 2018
By Gill Devine, VP for EMEA, Syncron.
After-sales service is in a period of technological disruption like the industry has never seen. And leading this charge are artificial intelligence and machine learning. Set to be worth more than $9 billion by 2020, predictive analytics is poised to open up business intelligence doors for manufacturers, and also have a dramatic impact on productivity.
Acronis announces partnership with Microsoft, expands service provider opportunities with Microsoft Azure
Aug 08, 2018
Acronis – the hybrid cloud data protection and storage solutions provider, currently celebrating its 15-year Anniversary – has announced a new strategic partnership with Microsoft for deeper integration of Acronis' data protection products with Microsoft's Azure cloud services.
Brexit and Stockpiling: What’s the answer?
Aug 08, 2018
By Charlie Pool, CEO, Stowga.
Brexit is dominating conversations once again and creating waves of uncertainty in almost every industry. But the big questions everyone is asking right now is: do we have to start stockpiling our imported goods to prepare for a no deal Brexit? What happens to our food if it's held up at customs? Will there be shortages?
Automation: the new front line in omnichannel retail
Aug 08, 2018
By Frank Lochbaum, Managing Partner at KPS.
As retailers continue to search for the best ways to blur the boundaries between channels, more are turning to automation to ease customers' in-store pain points.
Autonomous delivery is not all it’s cracked up to be… yet
Aug 08, 2018
The logistics and supply chain sector has been inundated with new and novel transport technologies in the past two years, with the likes of drones and self-driving truck convoys hitting the headlines.
TBSx3 and Alimentex join forces to tackle food contamination using blockchain
Aug 08, 2018
TBSx3, the Australian start-up committed to restoring trust to international trade using blockchain technology, has partnered with leading Food Safety services group Alimentex to secure the future of food safety and reduce the impact of life threatening contamination.
Gomez Selects LINKFRESH ERP
Aug 08, 2018
LINKFRESH, provider of supply chain ERP solutions for the fresh produce industry, has announced a further contract to supply its LINKFRESH ERP solution to one of the UK's largest fresh produce companies; Gomez.
Renovotec launches network rental scheme for warehousing & logistics
Aug 08, 2018
Rugged supply chain hardware and services company Renovotec is introducing a new 'Network Rental Scheme' with built-in service guarantees, technical support and expert advice, designed to help warehousing and logistics operations keep pace with rapid changes in network technology and the many new security threats posed by the modern, IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things)-driven network say Renovotec.
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.
