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 2019 International Partner Excellence Awards celebrate exceptional achievements around the globe

1 Epicor 2019 International Partner Excellence Awards celebrate exceptional achievements around the globe

Epicor Software Corporation, provider of industry-specific enterprise software to promote business growth, has announced the 2019 winners of its international Partner Excellence Awards program at its annual international partner summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Aliaxis modernises its order fulfilment & logistical processes thanks to end-to-end Voice & ePod software solution from BEC and Honeywell

2 Aliaxis modernises its order fulfilment & logistical processes thanks to end-to-end Voice & ePod software solution from BEC and Honeywell

Producer and distributor of advanced plastic piping systems, Aliaxis is an international group of businesses dedicated to the sale and manufacture of products for residential and commercial construction, industrial and public utility applications.

AIM Computer Solutions hosts user group event, reveals details of Service Pack 8 enhancements for AIM Vision ERP

3 AIM Computer Solutions hosts user group event, reveals details of Service Pack 8 enhancements for AIM Vision ERP

AIM Computer Solutions, provider of enterprise ERP technology solutions and business process improvement consulting to discrete and repetitive manufacturers, recently hosted customers at its quarterly user group meeting. Customers attended the event at the company headquarters and accessed the event remotely.

Janam introduces New ‘Android Enterprise Recommended’ rugged touch computer

4 Janam introduces New ‘Android Enterprise Recommended’ rugged touch computer

Janam Technologies LLC, provider of rugged mobile computers that capture data and communicate wirelessly, has introduced what it describes as the industry’s most rugged touch computer with a 5-inch display and Google’s ‘Android Enterprise Recommended’ (AER) certification.

Two’s a party – why collaboration can help you to avoid privacy pitfalls

5 Two’s a party – why collaboration can help you to avoid privacy pitfalls

By Tim Abraham, Director, Second-Party Data, International at LiveRamp.

More than a year after coming into effect, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has transformed the data landscape and its effects look set to extend into the future, as nations worldwide adopt similar laws.

Hepco V Guide Systems: the bread and butter for food applications

6 Hepco V Guide Systems: the bread and butter for food applications

One of the largest industries globally, the food and beverage industry is a core element of the UK manufacturing economy. Comprising many different sectors including the bakery sector, confectionary, meat processing, drinks industries, dairies and fish processing – the range is wide and demand is high.

Over a third of supply chain professionals do no monitor for modern slavery convictions

7 Over a third of supply chain professionals do no monitor for modern slavery convictions

Over a third (38%) of senior UK supply chain professionals say they do not have processes in place to check if a supplier has been convicted of modern slavery infringements, according to research from national law firm Weightmans.

Brother UK launches new portable printing devices to boost warehouse efficiency

8 Brother UK launches new portable printing devices to boost warehouse efficiency

Brother UK has launched two new portable label and receipt printers that will help retailers enhance their next day delivery and click and collect services by boosting warehouse efficiency and improving stock inventory management.

European canned veg supplier harvests supply chain forecasting

9 European canned veg supplier harvests supply chain forecasting

Bonduelle, the supplier in Europe for canned vegetables and second largest for frozen veg, is close to completion of a supply chain transformation project that has helped the manufacturer reduce wastage and predict with pinpoint accuracy what’s most likely to sell in different parts of the world, following the implementation of demand forecasting software through FuturMaster.

TIMOCOM: Economic slowdown affects transport/European countries with strong export economies hit hard

10 TIMOCOM: Economic slowdown affects transport/European countries with strong export economies hit hard

Germany, France and the Benelux states are feeling the affects of the global economic slowdown. These are the current numbers on the TIMOCOM transport barometer which the IT company uses every quarter to document the development of transport offers and requests on Europe’s largest freight exchange.

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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