The expert delivery company ParcelHero says many supply chain and retail bosses underestimated the impact of the 2008 recession and made poor decisions. By analysing an important contemporary study, companies can learn the lessons of history before the Bank of England’s predicted new recession bites.
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.
The lessons of 2008 that retailers, manufacturers and hauliers must learn as the UK enters recession
Aug 16, 2022
Three ways to strengthen supply chain relationships with technology
Aug 16, 2022
By Ryan Closser Director of Project Management, Network Collaboration at FourKites.
No matter what industry you’re in, having strong business relationships – between the back-office and frontline workers; between partners and suppliers; and even among employees and team members – is always critical to success.
Large UK enterprises in denial with many expecting current supply chain disruption to be done with by year-end
Aug 16, 2022
Nearly two-thirds (63%) of senior decision-makers working for large enterprises across the UK say the business disruption they are currently facing around lack of access to, or availability of raw materials or component parts in the supply chain will be over by the end of 2022.
Multi-currency funding product launched to solve SME cashflow catastrophe
Aug 16, 2022
As SMEs grapple with a cashflow crisis, with recent research having revealed that the average SME’s outgoings exceed monthly revenues for four months of the year, a-new finance product has been launched to help prevent manufacturing and logistics businesses being crippled by late payments and barriers to international trade.
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.
