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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.
Taking control of global logistics
May 17, 2007
By Dominic Regan of Oracle Transportation Management
RedPrairie announces global agreement to supply convenience store solutions to Chevron
May 16, 2007
RedPrairie Corporation has announced that Chevron has chosen RedPrairies BlueCube Enterprise for their North American company owned, company operated stores and franchise sites.
Dataupia unveils the Satori Server 12000
May 16, 2007
New Class of Data Warehouse Appliance Delivers Unprecedented Access to Data via Transparent Integration with Existing Database Infrastructure
Clevedon Fasteners holds fast to success with SSL WinMan
May 16, 2007
SSL WinMan continues its winning strategy of delivering strong functionality, state-of-the-art technology, value for money, and strong customer service
Eurofighter Typhoon flies further with upgraded IFS Applications
May 16, 2007
The Eurofighter consortium has upgraded its IFS Applications-based system, which is supporting the Industrial Exchange and Repair Service (IERS) for the Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft.
SPAR International appoints Zetes as preferred supplier for goods-ID and voice
May 15, 2007
Appointment prompted by successful project for SPAR member in Northern Ireland
Preactor wins prestigious US award for 3rd year running
May 15, 2007
Preactor again recognised as one of the Hottest IT Companies of 2007 by leading US Manufacturing IT Publisher
CATALYST INTERNATIONAL APPOINTS JOHN CARROLL AS MANAGING CONSULTANT
May 15, 2007
Catalyst International, a global provider of supply chain execution solutions, has announced the UK appointment of John Carroll as Managing Consultant.
New eBay Phishing mail scares users into revealing information
May 14, 2007
What do you do when you receive an email from an online financial company that you regularly deal with, informing you about the completion of a transaction that you never did in the first place?
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.
