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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Zebra Technologies improves worker productivity with its first individually assigned enterprise mobile computer

1 Zebra Technologies improves worker productivity with its first individually assigned enterprise mobile computer

Zebra Technologies Corporation has announced the EC5x series, a new category of individually assigned mobile computersdesigned to keep workers connected and informed while improving individual productivity, collaboration and the customer experience across multiple industries.

Compare 14 leading ERP solutions at the Lumenia ERP HEADtoHEAD virtual event

2 Compare 14 leading ERP solutions at the Lumenia ERP HEADtoHEAD virtual event

Are you in the market for a new ERP? Unsure which solutions to shortlist? Or frustrated with your current ERP system? The Lumenia ERP HEADtoHEAD full-scale virtual event offers a unique opportunity to compare the leading ERP vendors and their products.

Act small, think big: the rise of convenience stores

3 Act small, think big: the rise of convenience stores

By Alex MacPherson, Director of Solution Consulting & Account Management, Manhattan Associates.

The trend of ‘shopping local’ has risen steadily over the last few years, due in part to the increase in the number of convenience stores in various locations across the UK.

Shutting out hackers as retailers harvest more data in the e-commerce boom

4 Shutting out hackers as retailers harvest more data in the e-commerce boom

Retailers are handling increasing amounts of customer data as they bolster online operations. Lewis Johnstone, products and solutions specialist at Brother UK, outlines how firms can keep this data secure by shutting an overlooked back door into networks through insufficient print security.

Tech salaries in the manufacturing sector lag behind the top paying industries by as much as 20%, global tech survey reveals

5 Tech salaries in the manufacturing sector lag behind the top paying industries by as much as 20%, global tech survey reveals

Tech salaries across the manufacturing industry are lagging behind top paying business sectors by as much as 20%, according to a global survey* of more than 15,000 developers and tech recruiters conducted by developer recruitment platform CodinGame.

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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