The 27 mentees from the first Women in Aviation and Logistics mentorship project have successfully completed the program, reporting a boost in confidence and benefitting from networking with senior members of the industry.
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.
CargoTech, the one-stop-shop providing Digital Solutions to the Air Cargo Industry
Jun 21, 2022
CargoTech’s mission is to encourage, facilitate , and accelerate the digital transformation of the air cargo industry. It ambitions to be the one-stop-shop providing Digital Solutions for every Air cargo business process, and to offer best in class consultancy services to advise the various stakeholders on their digital transformation.
Renovotec launches e-commerce warehouse system
Jun 21, 2022
Supply chain hardware, software and services company Renovotec is launching an e-commerce warehouse system that increases performance by up to 25% and drives down e-commerce operating costs by some 30% according to the company.
Cornwall Manufacturers Group launches manufacturing and engineering academy
Jun 21, 2022
The Cornwall Manufacturers Group (CMG) and the Cornwall College Group (TCCG) partnered to address the skills gap in the sector, resulting in The CMG Academy. A launch event was held at the Cornwall College Camborne campus with key guests from the manufacturing industry gathering to celebrate this new development.
Manufacturing & Logistics IT - June 2022 edition
Jun 21, 2022
In this issue we feature a Special Technology Report looking in depth at the latest developments in the world of Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC)/Mobile Computing.
Also included is a special ‘Cover Story ’: Welcome to the industrial metaverse by James Asselmeyer and Rowan Litter, research associates, enterprise mobility & the connected worker at VDC Research.
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.
