Honeywell has introduced a new high-performance industrial printer with integrated label verification and precision printing features that deliver error-free printing.
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.
79% of UK employees would welcome gamification in the workplace
Apr 24, 2019
A series of dos and don’ts for bosses introducing the increasingly popular gamified rewards systems have been released.
Adyen study shows the value of omnichannel shoppers for retailers
Apr 24, 2019
New data released by Adyen, the payments platform of choice for many leading companies, highlights the value of unified commerce to retailers. Its report The Unified Commerce Indexanalyses data across its global payments platform, which processed €159 billion in transactions in 2018.
Lexmark launches new print solutions for manufacturing customers
Apr 24, 2019
Lexmark has announced new print solutions designed to simplify business processes for its manufacturing customers. The solutions include RFID Laser Printing, GHS Label Printing, Supply Chain Document Optimisation, and SAP Printing.
UK&I SAP User Group launches Affiliate Member Portal to help users select the right technology partner
Apr 24, 2019
The UK & Ireland SAP User Group, the independent not-for-profit organisation representing all users of SAP software, has launched its new Affiliate Member Portal, designed to help SAP users select the right technology partner.
Demand forecasting for retailers: the benefits of AI
Apr 24, 2019
By Arnaud Gauthier, President & Chief Customer Officer, EMEA at Symphony RetailAI
The ability to quickly and accurately anticipate demand is essential for those who want to remain competitive in the retail industry, where even the slightest variation in production volume, distribution networks, or just the weather can have an immense impact on turnover.
One in three retail workers holding out for redundancy before switching careers
Apr 24, 2019
34% of retail workers in the UK are waiting to be made redundant before switching careers, according to a survey released by professional training provider Learning People.
Five myths about transportation management hurting your business
Apr 24, 2019
By Gautam Kumar, Co-Founder & COO, FarEye.
Gone are those days when managing transportation was perceived as an afterthought. And thanks to uncompromising customer expectations this arm of a supply chain and logistics is now as important as planning procurement, managing inventory, and optimizing warehousing.
BS PAYONE and Retail Pro International equip Benetton flagship store in London with innovative mobile tablet POS solution
Apr 24, 2019
BS PAYONE GmbH, a full-service payment provider based in Frankfurt am Main, and Retail Pro International (RPI), developer of the customisable,cross-platform Retail Pro POS and retail management software, are equipping the Benetton Group's London flagship store with a mobile POS and payments system that empowers the realisation of their redefined retail experience.
UK automotive sector missing out on £25bn due to lack of finance
Apr 24, 2019
Wyelands Bank says it is critical to unlock growth so small and medium-sized automotive manufacturers can trade, grow and create jobs.
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.
