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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.
A new website for a new Datalogic
Jun 28, 2007
Datalogic has updated its website www.datalogic.com. It now reflects the new company structure, the result of the recently completed transformation process and offers new features
European Manufacturing Strategies 2007
Jun 27, 2007
Attracting leading professionals from across the EMEA region, EMS 2007 is the must attend event for manufacturers eager to optimise production efficiencies whilst delivering in an on-demand environment.
World Drug Manufacturing 2007
Jun 27, 2007
The World Drug Manufacturing Summit brings together the leading pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing professionals come together to network and discuss issues at the cutting edge of drug manufacturing to achieve manufacturing excellence.
A COST EFFECTIVE WIRELESS SOLUTION FOR SMALLER SERVICE OPERATIONS
Jun 27, 2007
VCi, the leading developer of service management solutions, has enhanced the wireless capabilities of their Service Accent system.
Codegate appoints new Director of Sales
Jun 27, 2007
Mobile data solutions specialist Codegate has appointed Andrew Ward as its new Director of Sales.
Do it Best Corp. improves retail sales with Sterling Commerce Solutions
Jun 26, 2007
Sterling Commerce has announced that Do it Best Corp. has purchased the Sterling Supply Chain Visibility solution.
Best in Class Companies use Lean Scheduling Software
Jun 26, 2007
AberdeenGroup Survey of Manufacturing Companies reveals best practises in Lean implementations across three continents.
Malware allows attackers to connect to Internet
Jun 25, 2007
You may not be the only person connecting to the Internet using your computer!
ERP IMPLEMENTATION PROVIDES SOUTHERN ALPS WITH SIGNIFICANT SUPPLY CHAIN EFFICIENCIES
Jun 25, 2007
Southern Alps, a producer of premium dried fruits and cereals, has announced the successful implementation of XKOs Fourman ERP Software.
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.
