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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.
G.O.L.D. Vocal, for voice-directed logistics operations, now available on multi-purpose PDAs
Mar 21, 2007
Aldata, one of the leaders in voice-directed logistics solutions, has announced the availability of G.O.L.D. Vocal in a PDA environment.
New Wonderware Performance Management Software Offerings Designed to Ease Manufacturing Collaboration
Mar 21, 2007
Wonderware Information Server 3.0, Historian 9.0 and ActiveFactory 9.2 Software Leverage Microsoft Office 2007, SharePoint Services and SQL Server Reporting Services
Molex improves pan-European networking capabilities with TOSHIBA solution
Mar 21, 2007
Molex, worldwide manufacturer and distributor of electronic components and connectors, rolls out TOSHIBA B-852 barcoding solution across Europe.
Enabler Wipro and IntelliQ join forces to tackle retail loss
Mar 20, 2007
Enabler Wipro and IntelliQ have formed an alliance to assist retailers to focus on all business areas to prevent loss due to fraud, theft, and non-complying procedures as well as improve operational efficiency.
The Psion Teklogix Mobile Show (PTMS)
Mar 20, 2007
Psion Teklogix invites you to their Psion Teklogix Mobile Show (PTMS) on Tuesday 17th April 2007 at The Heritage Motor Centre, Gaydon, Warwickshire.
ADT Establishes Europes First Permanent RFID Dense Reader Environment Testing Facility
Mar 20, 2007
ADT has successfully established the first permanent RFID dense reader environment testing facility in Europe to help address one of the key challenges facing the widespread adoption of RFID in European supply chains.
New Trojan variant steals confidential usernames and passwords
Mar 19, 2007
A Trojan variant named Win32.LdPinch.kj can steal system usernames and passwords, get confidential data from applications and open a Backdoor in the compromised computer
Infor breaks through the walls of traditional warehouse management with next-Generation solution
Mar 19, 2007
Infor SCM Warehouse Management 9.0 Moves Beyond Efficiency to Deliver Business Profitability, Competitiveness and Growth
Forum Bioscience Frees-Up Hundreds of Working Hours by Automating Document Processing
Mar 19, 2007
Forum Bioscience a major supplier of pharmaceuticals, health products, food, animal feed ingredients and veterinary medicines - is automating its document management processes with the help of Version Ones paperless office technology.
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.
