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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SnapFulfil gives Tori Belle a real eye for detail and value

1 SnapFulfil gives Tori Belle a real eye for detail and value

Tori Belle Cosmetics has improved its fulfilment efficiency rate by 25% since implementing the technologically advanced SnapFulfil cloud-based WMS.

Epicor delivers the power of the cloud with latest release of Epicor Kinetic ERP for manufacturers

2 Epicor delivers the power of the cloud with latest release of Epicor Kinetic ERP for manufacturers

Epicor has launched the latest release of Epicor Kinetic, its cloud-based ERP platform for manufacturers. The new updates deliver on the company’s continued commitment to build best-in-class Industry Cloud solutions to give manufacturers even more power to streamline operations and boost profitability.

New Driver CPC Periodic Training for PCV Fleets

3 New Driver CPC Periodic Training for PCV Fleets

New Driver CPC Periodic Training modules designed specifically around the challenges faced by PCV (Passenger Carrying Vehicle) drivers are now available from RTITB.

Supply chain, warehouse management, data analysis: DENSO digitalises logistics with RFID and IoT solutions

4 Supply chain, warehouse management, data analysis: DENSO digitalises logistics with RFID and IoT solutions

Logistics is under massive pressure: On the one hand, the industry has good growth prospects due to the corona-related growth in e-commerce. On the other hand, however, it has to meet increased customer demands and at the same time master the digitalisation.

17 major US food manufacturers ranked on growing investment risk posed by use of synthetic pesticides

5 17 major US food manufacturers ranked on growing investment risk posed by use of synthetic pesticides

As You Sow has released its second edition of Pesticides in the Pantry: Transparency & Risk in Food Supply Chains, a report examining the growing risk to food manufacturers posed by the use of synthetic pesticides in agricultural supply chains.

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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