Epicor Software Corporation, a global provider of industry-specific enterprise software to promote business growth, has announced that it has been positioned in the Visionaries quadrant of the first “Magic Quadrant for Cloud ERP for Product-Centric Midsize Enterprises” by Gartner Inc. The position is based on a full evaluation of the global enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution, Epicor ERP.
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.
Epicor positioned as a visionary in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud ERP for Product-Centric Midsize Enterprises
Nov 21, 2018
What Brexit? UK tech sector still attracting high-skilled migrants despite Brexit uncertainty
Nov 21, 2018
Brexit uncertainty has so far barely dented the UK’s ability to attract high-skilled tech professionals from abroad, according to new analysis by job site Indeed.
Kinesis Telematics delivers safety and security for KDR Powerlines fleet operation
Nov 21, 2018
KDR Powerlines, contractors to the electricity industry, including network operator UK Power Networks, has implemented vehicle tracking from Kinesis. With staff operating on site, sometimes alone and in remote locations, monitoring the location of vehicles and equipment helps ensure the safety of field staff and the security of assets.
New AREX400 family of laser markers by Datalogic: Mark the Difference!
Nov 21, 2018
Datalogic, the automatic data capture and process automation solutions provider, has introduced the new AREX400 family of laser markers based on fiber technology for industrial applications.
Failure to prioritise resource efficiency is costing UK manufacturers billions
Nov 21, 2018
Manufacture 2030’s Founder Martin Chilcott, has called on manufacturers to pay closer attention to resource efficiency, highlighting that manufacturers are failing to tap into the potential to boost their competitiveness and non-labour resource efficiency.
Consumer-centric supply chains: Track and trace for enhanced agility
Nov 21, 2018
“Today’s digitally-equipped consumer expects their order to reach them in the same day, at the press of a touch screen.” says Laurent Lassus, general manager marketing and product management at SATO Europe. “To meet this need for ‘whim-based’, rather than demand-based commerce, manufacturing and logistics operations must become increasingly agile in their approach by adopting systems and solutions that enable on-demand traceability.”
Making the business case for digitally transforming labelling
Nov 21, 2018
By Ken Moir, VP marketing, NiceLabel.
With the latest wave of digitisation, there are very few areas of our lives and businesses that haven’t been digitally transformed. We see evidence of digitisation in the prototype smart cities, in our automobiles, and even in our homes.
The vital role of Auto ID in digital transformation
Nov 21, 2018
Kamran Farooq, sales manager – manufacturing, of Datalogic, the global automatic identification technology and process automation solutions provider, discusses the technologies driving digital transformation in manufacturing and logistics.
Meeting the Black Friday challenge
Nov 21, 2018
Darrel Williams, EMEA sales director, Voice at Honeywell, considers the effect peak demand periods such as Black Friday can have on retailers’ and warehouse professionals’ supply chain operations, and how voice-directed picking and replenishment technology can offer the ideal solution.
Omnichannel profitability starts with advanced inventory insight
Nov 21, 2018
By Georgia Leybourne, senior director international marketing, Manhattan Associates.
Not long ago, retailers had a clear differentiation in sales channels. Inventory located in a store was only consumed through that store. And inventory located at a warehouse was only consumed through the catalogue, phone, or perhaps online site associated with that warehouse.
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.
