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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.
Why we need a fashion revolution: The importance of building a sustainable brand
May 04, 2022
The fashion revolution is in fact well on its way – we have gone from a generation obsessed with fast fashion, to the youngsters of today being recognised as the ‘sustainable generation’.
FourKites awarded ISO 27001 certification and meets standards for ISO 27017 and 27018
May 04, 2022
Real-time supply chain visibility platform, FourKites, has announced it meets the standards set by the International Standards Organisation (ISO) for ISO 27017 for cloud service security and ISO 27018 for data privacy as part of its ISO 27001 certification. The achievement represents FourKites' ongoing pursuit of the most recent and stringent security standards in the industry.
Minimising supply chain disruptions: What are the alternatives?
May 04, 2022
Yakkyofy, an Italian company in the import sector, has launched a new Luxury Concierge service that aims to address the problem of sourcing products from China.
New data sees supermarket savings top staff benefits, as cost of living bites
May 04, 2022
UK workers are using company benefits and perks schemes for discounts and cash savings on day-to-day spending at supermarkets, to help cope with the soaring cost of living.
New report explores the digitisation of consumer behaviour and opportunities for retailers
May 04, 2022
Wireless Logic Group, the Europen IoT connectivity platform provider, has announced the results of a new Censuswide report into the ongoing digitisation of consumer behaviour and adoption of next level retail experiences. In particular, the report examines how an increase in food deliveries, omnichannel shopping and cashless payments is currently driving the need for resilient online connections across the retail sector.
Rapid growth predicted for 3D printing industry, with the market set to triple by 2026
May 04, 2022
Hubs, the distributed manufacturer, has released its annual 3D Printing Trend Report that shows the 3D printing market is experiencing healthy growth after the initial decline due to COVID-19.
Apprenticeships addressing skills and recruitment gap in fast-growing last mile delivery sector
May 04, 2022
Some 47% of the population would consider a role in last mile delivery, research has revealed, yet the rapidly growing sector is struggling to recruit and re-skill the workforce needed to match consumer demand.
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.
