Print solutions expert, Toshiba TEC, has announced the availability of a new high-speed rotary cutter option for its B-EX6T1 printers.
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.
Detego introduces ‘Smart Shield’ – its latest development in RFID-based inventory management software
Apr 09, 2019
Detego, the business intelligence solutions provider for fashion retailers, has released the latest development for its RFID-based inventory management software with a feature the company calls ‘Smart Shield’.
UK manufacturers missing out on £183bn due to lack of finance
Apr 09, 2019
Research from Wyelands Bank, set up to help small and medium businesses, shows UK mid-sized manufacturers could be missing out on £183bn in revenues due to insufficient access to finance.
SAP Ariba and RapidRatings integrate financial viability data into overall vendor risk profiles
Apr 09, 2019
When it comes to choosing business partners, financial viability is a critical factor.
Autotalks gains momentum in China after a successful C-V2X field test with a Chinese tech giant
Apr 09, 2019
Autotalks, the V2X (Vehicle to Everything) communication solutions provider, is gaining momentum in the Chinese market following the successful completion of the C-V2X field test with a Chinese technology giant.
Capgemini to enter into alliance partnership with Autodesk for the deployment of a comprehensive BIM platform
Apr 09, 2019
Capgemini will enter into a new partnership agreement with Autodesk, a major player in 3D design, engineering, construction and entertainment software, to deploy ReflectIoD, a new cloud-enabled and secure digital twin platform.
Fujitsu high-speed receipt printer mechanisms are 20 percent faster
Apr 09, 2019
Adding to its highly successful FTP-6xGMCL series, Fujitsu Components America has released 2- and 3-inch thermal printer mechanisms with 20 percent faster print speeds than the preceding models.
Are we embracing the profit potential of the over 50s?
Apr 09, 2019
Are retailers overlooking a prime market? The over 50s age group contributes to 76% of the UK’s financial wealth and just under half of it is consumer spending.
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.
