By Dan Coleman, freelance writer.
The cost of living is rising exponentially right now, and there’s no clear end in sight. Therefore, many businesses try to retain every penny they can by cutting their monthly outgoings. In the logistics industry, this may seem an impossible task, especially when you factor in the cost of fuel.
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.
How to Keep Fleet Management Costs Down in a Recession
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Smarter digital manufacturing guide to get ahead of the game
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Digital transformation specialist, LMAC Consulting, has partnered with the Engineering & Machinery Alliance (EAMA) to create an Industry 4.0 guide specific to the needs of its SME members.
The guide summarises the different pillars of Industry 4.0, the impact they have on costs and KPIs, as well as giving examples of them in action.
Northgate’s Control and Control+ Telematics help fleets boost efficiency.
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Northgate has re-launched its intelligent Telematics service to provide fleets with live FleetUser data that will help them maximise cost efficiencies, helping to alleviate operational cost rises across the board.
Payment and retailer agnostic app launching this Autumn to enable retailers to gain multi-store and omnichannel purchasing insights
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The growing trend for a frictionless, omnichannel retail experience is here to stay with the proportion of online sales in the UK remaining substantially above pre-Covid levels, shares retail tech startup Slip.
Clipper chooses Segura platform for supply chain mapping as part of its ongoing sustainability strategy
Aug 09, 2022
Retail logistics specialist, Clipper Logistics, has partnered with Segura, the leading platform for next-generation supply chain transparency. The partnership will allow Clipper to proactively monitor the performance of its suppliers within key sustainability and governance pillars, within a multi-tiered supply chain.
Softeon extends its software solution set for 3PL companies
Aug 09, 2022
Softeon, the global supply chain software provider, continues to add new capabilities to its software solutions for third-party logistics (3PLs) providers, leading to continued new customer partnerships.
Amazon’s job postings indicate expansion plans across the UK with new merchants, stores etc in 2022, finds GlobalData
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Amazon posted around 3,700 jobs in the UK between January 2022 and June 2022, according to data and analytics company GlobalData.
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.
