By Ed Smith, freelance writer
2020 has been a pretty rough ride, economically speaking. But some businesses have managed to thrive. Take Rotherham-based printing company, instantprint, which has expanded its manufacturing facility, almost doubling the size of its production premises (from 86,900sqft to 145,000sqft).
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.
Inside instantprint’s State-of-the-Art Green Warehouse
Oct 28, 2020
How parcel tracking became part of modern consumer delivery expectations
Oct 28, 2020
By Ed Smith, freelance writer.
Do you expect a certain standard of service every time you order something online? From fast and flexible delivery slots to seamless returns, the rise of ecommerce has driven various logistical advances as we do an increasing amount of our shopping at home.
From the road to the water: Combined transport with TIMOCOM and Bargelink
Oct 28, 2020
FreightTech company TIMOCOM is expanding its reach with a further strategic partnership: It has started a cooperation with Bargelink, the marketplace for European inland shipping. These digital companies are working together to provide customers with new options for finding business partners – including for combined transports – thus helping them to expand their field of business.
Icertis launches Supplier Onboarding and Diversity Compliance application
Oct 28, 2020
Icertis, the contract intelligence company, has announced a new application built on the Icertis Contract Intelligence (ICI) platform that provides hassle-free supplier onboarding and support for supplier diversity compliance.
Iptor achieves multiple success in Nordics
Oct 28, 2020
Iptor, the Swedish-based, global provider enterprise resource planning, supply chain management, planning and logistics software and services, reports exceptional success in Norway, Sweden and Finland in the first half of 2020.
AVEVA recognised by Frost & Sullivan with the 2020 Best Practices Award for Growth, Innovation and Leadership Excellence in the asset performance management market
Oct 28, 2020
AVEVA, the global engineering and industrial software solutions provider, has been recognised with this year’s Frost Radar Best Practices Award for growth, innovation, and leadership excellence in the asset performance management (APM) market.
Manufacturing & Logistics IT - October 2020 edition
Oct 28, 2020
In this edition we feature a Special Technology Report looking in depth at the latest developments in the world of Automatic Identification & Data Capture and Mobile Computing.
Also included is an exclusive interview with Rob Goossens, CEO at Technologies Added....Plus regular updates on a number of other key technology and personnel-related areas.
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.
