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 & LabellingTransport Management, Asset Management Software and Mobile Computing.

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Epicor announces Annual Partner Program Award winners

1 Epicor announces Annual Partner Program Award winners

Epicor Software Corporation, a global provider of industry-specific enterprise software to promote business growth, announced today the winners of its annual Partner Program awards.

Integrated technology playing critical part in transport planning as concerns around driver shortage continue to grow, says Paragon survey

2 Integrated technology playing critical part in transport planning as concerns around driver shortage continue to grow, says Paragon survey

Logistics operations are increasingly turning to integrated technology solutions to overcome a host of transport planning pressures, while at the same time the driver and general skills shortage continues to weigh on the supply chain sector.

DENSO at the LogiMAT 2019 – Innovative handhelds and an RFID sled

3 DENSO at the LogiMAT 2019 – Innovative handhelds and an RFID sled

As part of the Toyota Group and inventor of the QR Code, DENSO specialises in the development of innovative data collection devices.

Adapting to a Digital World - Agile, Collaborative and Innovative Supply Chain Management

4 Adapting to a Digital World - Agile, Collaborative and Innovative Supply Chain Management

There are now only five weeks until Digital Supply Chain will be returning to Amsterdam. So if you haven’t already booked your seat, now is the time.

Dynamic Systems solution provides manufacturers, wholesalers and distributors with access to real-time inventory counts

5 Dynamic Systems solution provides manufacturers, wholesalers and distributors with access to real-time inventory counts

Dynamic Systems, Inc., a Redmond, Washington US software developer specialising in traceability and inventory systems, has launched a new application that uses barcodes to manage inventory and upload the information to any accounting system.

UK SME manufacturing sector buoyant and confident about future growth

6 UK SME manufacturing sector buoyant and confident about future growth

The latest MHA Manufacturing and Engineering Report confirms UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) manufacturers remain optimistic and confident about future growth, despite the uncertainty surrounding Brexit, rising production costs and skill shortages.

Honeywell track-and-trace system helping companies comply with European Union Tobacco Products Directive

7 Honeywell track-and-trace system helping companies comply with European Union Tobacco Products Directive

Honeywell has announced that its track-and-trace offering was nominated by an independent consulting company instructed by the tobacco manufacturers – British American Tobacco Limited, Imperial Tobacco Limited, JT International SA and Philip Morris International – to find suitable suppliers to help those in the tobacco supply chain conform to the EU Tobacco Products Directive (TPD) II.

Industry pessimism could delay digital transformation and restrict growth across the manufacturing sector

8 Industry pessimism could delay digital transformation and restrict growth across the manufacturing sector

A decline in business optimism caused by economic uncertainty and Brexit confusion is holding back manufacturers from investing in vital technology improvements, and this could seriously impact future growth across the sector.

Beauty retailer is looking good thanks to new Snapfulfil cloud warehouse management system

9 Beauty retailer is looking good thanks to new Snapfulfil cloud warehouse management system

A leading supplier of beauty and hairdressing products has smartened up its customer fulfilment after choosing the Snapfulfil cloud warehouse management system (WMS).

SolutionsPT announces three appointments to drive technical innovation

10 SolutionsPT announces three appointments to drive technical innovation

SolutionsPT has made three key appointments to drive strategic decision-making and innovation in the delivery of its industrial IT 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.

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