With tighter deadlines, higher freight costs and increased demand unpredictability, how can manufacturers and distributors ensure their extended supply chain network is best geared to improving delivery, stock and production efficiencies while enhancing customer service?
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.
Is this the world's smallest barcode data collector ?
Apr 25, 2007
Barcoding.co.uk has launched what it believes to be the world's smallest portable barcode scanner.
Data Collection wins 268,000 Pembrokeshire contract
Apr 25, 2007
Data Collection Limited has won a contract worth 268,000 with Pembrokeshire County Council to create a new geo-referenced highway asset inventory for 2500km of highway throughout the County.
Masternaut Three X solutions launch at CV show
Apr 24, 2007
Masternaut's mobile solutions arm Three X has launched a new generation of mobile software solutions.
Paxar White Paper- Bottom Line Improvement Through Mobility
Apr 24, 2007
Warehouse and Distribution Centre operations are consistently asked to improve productivity while at the same time lowering operating costs.
Stylo Barratt Cuts Cost and Complexity with Integrated Systems
Apr 23, 2007
Stylo Barratt to Make Accuracy and Efficiency Savings with RedPrairie's Warehouse and Duty Management Solutions
Manhattan Associates, IBM take partnership to new strategic level
Apr 23, 2007
Collaborative Effort Will Deliver Solutions to Supply Chain Leaders in Key Vertical Markets, New Geographies
Maginus drives growth at Formula 4
Apr 23, 2007
Formula 4 is a leading supplier of car, van, MPV and 4x4 styling accessories, from alloy wheels and lamps to high performance parts from its Carnoisseur subsidiary.
Infor enables larger, more complex supply chains with 64-BIT solution
Apr 23, 2007
Molson Coors First to Install Infor SCM Advanced Planner 5.0
Storm worm strikes again
Apr 23, 2007
New variant of this January 2007 worm and Trojan horse combo is causing new headaches worldwide.
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.
