AppDynamics, a Cisco company, has released The Agents of Transformation Report, a global research study that reveals the urgent need for Agents of Transformation, a new breed of technologist, primed to drive innovation and enable companies to thrive in the face of rapid technological advancement.
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.
AppDynamics delivers Agents of Transformation Report, revealing the elite technologists advancing the digital economy
Nov 13, 2018
Janam expands relationship with Century Software
Nov 13, 2018
Janam Technologies LLC, provider of rugged mobile computers that scan barcodes and communicate wirelessly, has announced that its newest rugged mobile computers are technically certified to run Century Software’s TinyTERM Enterprise mobile application.
ContentSquare helps IKEA to unearth ‘previously undiscoverable’ digital insights at speed
Nov 13, 2018
ContentSquare, the digital insight solution, has partnered with retailer IKEA, to enable its teams, company-wide, to access insight at speed, as part of its business growth and customer strategy objectives.
TouchPath launches one-stop manufacturing management system; increases productivity by 30%
Nov 13, 2018
International supply chain solutions provider TouchPath is launching ‘TouchManufacturer’, a fully integrated, lean manufacturing management system that can be implemented rapidly and at lower cost by both discrete and process manufacturers.
High risk security vulnerability discovered in SAUTER CASE Suite building automation software
Nov 13, 2018
Exploitation of this vulnerability has the potential to allow unauthorised users to access sensitive information or configuration files, with the ability to impact availability of the affected application.
Stora Enso introduces sustainable RFID tag technology ECO for intelligent packaging
Nov 13, 2018
Stora Enso has launched a new sustainable RFID tag technology called ECO by Stora Enso, designed for intelligent packaging functionalities in supply chain, retail and e-commerce applications. The technology enables paper-based RFID tags, providing a plastic-free and recyclable solution for packaging authentication.
UK manufacturers sitting on £250 billion in potential working capital
Nov 13, 2018
New analysis from Wyelands Bank reveals UK mid-sized, or “Brittelstand”, manufacturers have £252 billion in assets that they could use to access working capital to help them grow.
Kinesis Telematics give John Hardie Transport total control of logistics operation
Nov 13, 2018
Fuel card integrated vehicle tracking from Kinesis is helping temperature controlled logistics specialist John Hardie Transport (JHT) take back control of its mobile operation.
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.
