The LGI Logistics Group International GmbH has awarded PSI Logistics GmbH with the delivery of the Warehouse Management System PSIwms 2023.
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.
Shifting geopolitical and economic dynamics put supply chains in the spotlight
Feb 22, 2023
By Craig Summers, Managing Director, Manhattan Associates UK & Ireland.
Global economic uncertainty, climate commitments and digital transformation were three topics that headlined at the World Economic Forum in Davos recently. As global trade continues to slow, the Ukraine conflict and its far-reaching economic, people and political consequences have replaced the pandemic as the primary drag on western, globalised economies.
AutoScheduler introduces Make-n-Ship Warehouse Optimisation Platform
Feb 22, 2023
At the Retailers International Leaders Association (RILA), AutoScheduler.AI, a Warehouse Management System (WMS) accelerator, introducedthe Make-n-Ship warehouse optimisation platform that is claimed to be able to optimise loading products straight off the production line to better orchestrate production, warehousing and transportation plans.
eschbach awarded Bronze Sustainability Rating from EcoVadis
Feb 22, 2023
Global software developer eschbach, the provider of Shiftconnector enterprise software platform for process manufacturing, has received a Bronze Sustainability Rating from EcoVadis, which ranks the company in the top 50th percentile of organisations rated across the world.
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.
