Logistics UK has announced the return of its Transport Manager of The Year event, following its resounding success last year. The competition - supported by BP - brings together all transport managers in the logistics industry and celebrates their achievements.
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.
New survey finds financial leaders investing in analytics, AI and machine learning tools as they navigate economic uncertainty in 2023
May 16, 2023
OneStream Software, the provider of corporate performance management (CPM) solutions for the world’s leading enterprises, published its Enterprise Financial Decision-Makers Outlook – April 2023 semi-annual survey.
How could retailers better use AI and automation to improve customer experience?
May 16, 2023
The introduction of ChatGPT at the end of last year has triggered a rush to use generative AI and related technologies, as reflected in the agenda at IRX & eDX 2023 at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham in late May
Cognosos unveils Bluetooth-enabled driver tags
May 16, 2023
Cognosos, a provider of real-time asset location solutions, has launched the Driver Tag, a new offering that delivers visibility into driver activity throughout the outbound logistics supply chain.
Expanding real estate portfolios: adoption of electric vehicles in retail
May 16, 2023
By Tom Jansons, Development Director, Jansons Property.
The pandemic fuelled huge growth in e-commerce as lockdowns restricted access to brick and mortar shops, and drove digitisation across the industry. And with the Government’s climate targets, retail fleets are increasingly adopting electric vehicles (EVs).
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.
