Available and emerging, high-performance warehouse technology will determine the future productivity of fulfilment operations. Nick Hughes, Sales Manager at independent systems integrator, Invar Group, shares his insights into the key influences and technologies shaping the modern warehouse.
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.
Swiss Armed Forces boost intelligence capability with new AI solution
Oct 03, 2022
The intelligence community of the Swiss Armed Forces have acquired Systematic’s SitaWare C4I solution (Command, Control, Communication, Computer, and Intelligence) and will operate the new data fusion and decision support tool, SitaWare Insight.
Microlise team gear up for Cycle Malawi Challenge
Oct 03, 2022
Six intrepid Microlise employees are making their final preparations for the epic Cycle Malawi challenge to raise vital funds to support Transaid’s work in Africa. The demanding five-day journey will see them cover over 500km, starting in Senga and taking in Lake Malawi, Mount Mulanje, Liwonde National Park and the Zomba Plateau in October 2022.
Freight’s clean future: 94% of UK companies to ‘go green’ within five years
Oct 03, 2022
A new survey carried out by UK business connectivity provider and transport and logistics telecoms specialists, Neos Networks, has found that 94% of transport & logistics (T&L) companies are committed to actively reducing carbon emissions by 2027.
New members boost for International Hologram Manufacturers Association
Oct 03, 2022
The trade body representing the global hologram industry has secured five new members as it strengthens further its role as a global authority on commercial authentication, ID security and packaging augmentation technologies.
Inflation causing shift in the make-up of UK products
Oct 03, 2022
Inflation is having a dramatic impact on UK goods as businesses switch to alternative suppliers, with many saying they have had to sacrifice the quality of existing goods as a result of rising costs, according to research from the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS).
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.
